I am 49 years old and I was diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia by 2 dermatologists. I have done all necessary blood tests, I am healthy and there is no hair loss history in my family. I am using women's Rogaine for 6 weeks but it's not getting any better. No any side effects, so far.Also, I use Nutrafol for 3 months, I am on gluten free, dairy free and sugar free diet for 5 months,nothing works.I cannot afford PRP..What should I do? Thank you , Dana
May 8, 2017
Answer: Losing Hair It sounds like you’ve done the necessary medical tests to rule out any underlying medical conditions. Your goal from here on out needs to be to maintain the healthy hair you still have, preventing any future hair loss. Rogaine 5% is a great tool to maintain and keep your current hair follicles healthy and active. It is effective in about 40-60% of the individuals who use it. While it is rare, some individuals have had side effects that include worsening of hair loss. If you think this may be the case for you, you should discontinue using Rogaine immediately. Additionally, there is no evidence that the women’s version of Rogaine is more effective for women than the men’s version. Switching to the men’s version may save you some money.
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May 8, 2017
Answer: Losing Hair It sounds like you’ve done the necessary medical tests to rule out any underlying medical conditions. Your goal from here on out needs to be to maintain the healthy hair you still have, preventing any future hair loss. Rogaine 5% is a great tool to maintain and keep your current hair follicles healthy and active. It is effective in about 40-60% of the individuals who use it. While it is rare, some individuals have had side effects that include worsening of hair loss. If you think this may be the case for you, you should discontinue using Rogaine immediately. Additionally, there is no evidence that the women’s version of Rogaine is more effective for women than the men’s version. Switching to the men’s version may save you some money.
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May 11, 2017
Answer: Increased Hair Loss After Starting Rogaine Thank you for your question. It is not unusual to see an initial increase in hair loss with any hair preservation therapy. These are mature follicles that are nearing their shedding phase. It takes 3 months to see stabilization and 6 to 12 months to assess the benefits of the Rogaine. I suggest scheduling a consultation with a hair restoration specialist if you have ongoing concerns. I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.
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May 11, 2017
Answer: Increased Hair Loss After Starting Rogaine Thank you for your question. It is not unusual to see an initial increase in hair loss with any hair preservation therapy. These are mature follicles that are nearing their shedding phase. It takes 3 months to see stabilization and 6 to 12 months to assess the benefits of the Rogaine. I suggest scheduling a consultation with a hair restoration specialist if you have ongoing concerns. I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.
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