Baldness transmitted minoxidil

Baldness due to a genetic predisposition is not transmittable. Minoxidil requires an enzyme called sulfotransferase to put a sulfate group on minoxidil. Sulfated minoxidil is the active form of the drug. You either have this enzyme or you do not have this enzyme based on your genetics. You cannot lose this enzyme by sharing a headpiece or hat with someone else, who is balding. if you are on minoxidil and your hair loss has increased, you may need to consider adding another medication and evaluating your response to minoxidil. Only roughly 40% of the people respond to minoxidil. You can evaluate your response to medications by doing a genetic test called the trichotest. We are happy to provide you with this test if you are inclined.
Furthermore, androgenic baldness is not a transmitted disease. Some diseases like syphilis can cause hair loss, but this is a sexually transmitted disease.

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Baldness, particularly male pattern baldness, is primarily influenced by genetics and hormones, specifically dihydrotestosterone (DHT). It isn't contagious or transmissible through contact, so switching VR headsets with someone who is balding wouldn't cause hair loss in yourself. Minoxidil works by improving blood flow to hair follicles, but its effectiveness can vary from person to person. If you’re noticing increased hair loss while using it, it might be due to factors like stress, hormonal changes, or simply the natural progression of hair loss. I highly recommend trying exosome injections. This is a new and regenerative treatment for hair loss with minimal downtime. Exosomes can help stimulate hair follicles and promote hair growth by delivering growth factors and signaling molecules. I love this treatment and highly recommend it! I hope this helps and best of luck.

no, baldness is not transmitted in this manner. you should see a hair loss expert to determine the precise cause. there are 35 causes that need careful consideration by your doctors. The hypothesis stated is not one of them.