22 yr old male, Ive been on 1mg finasteride since the past october, my shedding amount has not really changed, i have increase of diffuse thinning on my temples. Ive been taking a daily vitamin and have added biotin recently to see if I can get some more results. Is it too late? Am I just not responding to the medication? My PA said give it a year and then in a return visit my dermatologist says that I should have responded by now and then said i should get FUE and renewed my fin prescription.
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When using any kind of prescription medication, it has to be under the supervision of a medical doctor. You meed to see a hair loss specialist to get the proper care and treatment.
Finasteride blocks some conversion but not all. Yes, there is an increase in testosterone and estrogen with these drugs. Estrogen levels however don’t spike - they simply increase slightly. Studies have shown this is typically in the range of 13 % increase in estrogen. If one is already at r...
Thank you for your question. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon who has expertise in hair regrowth. You can develop a treatment plan, which may include NeoGraft Hair Restoration because it is the most effective natural regrowth method.
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