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Your individual hairs are in different phases of growth-some are in the active growing phase,some in the resting phase and some in the "dying" phase.Minoxidil can cause some of these resting or dying hairs to shed sooner than they would making room for a new cycle of hairs."Shedding " 1 month after starting Rogaine is generally a sign that it is working.
Minoxidil (5%) is an FDA approved treatment for androgenetic alopecia which I assume is what you have. Some folks see shedding when they start Minoxidil, and also see shedding when they stop. Even with your early shedding, you need to take it for a minimum of 4 months before discontinuing to ascertain for sure if it is not working. Be aware that even though it is applied topically to your scalp, it can have systemic effects (dizziness, low BP, arrhythmias). It may work for many months and then stop working. If it is working, you will be taking it forever. Your alternative is LLLT. While a quality laser unit is expensive, over the long run it is the least expensive option. Finally, if neither of these approaches work, you should consider PRP.
Younote that you were on minoxidil 5% and then you stopped it then after a monthyou noticed hair loss at an increased rate. Medications such and minoxidil or the prescription drug finasteride willhelp you to keep the hair you have but, once you stop it your body will realizeit and the hair loss will resume. Inother words, minoxidil only works during the time you apply it.
This can happen when first starting minoxidil. If it persists, I would recommend follow up with your provider.
Some people report hair loss within the first 3 months of minoxidil use. This will get better and reverse after the first 3 months
The younger you are when male pattern hair loss begins, the more likely to have extensive hair loss as the years progress. The "pearl" to remember is that prevention (minox, finasteride, low level laser, PRP) is time sensitive. The earlier you start, the more effective they will be. Also,...
This drug can change your hormone balance and in doing so can cause insomnia as a known side effect
Typically people lose 50 to 100 hairs a day. This is a part of normal shedding and these follicles will regrow hair. If you are seeing more than 100 a day and feel that your scalp is getting more noticeable you may want to see a hair restoration physician. Your doctor will perform a mi...