I am 29 yo female. I had to stop minoxidil 5% after 3 weeks because of massive shed and horrible itching. Long story short I never really needed a treatment but was scared to death and the clinic wasn't professional and put me on it. Was never told about the shed either and my fault for trusting them. Now my problem is... I understad the shed will continue for a while, but is the itching/burning feeling on my scalp still normal after 1 month since I stopped? Thanks... I am scared, please help...
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September 12, 2016
Answer: If you are having issues with your scalp, it is best to contact your doctor and follow up with an examination.
People who wear hair systems and use tapes or glues run the risk of permanent traction alopecia. You won't know this until you give it time to regrow and this could take up to 8 months to know one way or the other.
This type of hair loss is extremely difficult to treat. It needs spironolactone, rogaine, and often injections or transplantation. Please see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.