(Pictures) Do I suffer from Retrograde Alopecia ? (20 years old male)

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My hairline's thinning and I also noticed that I was losing a lot of hair from my neck and behind the ears (much more than from the hairline actually) Is this Retrograde Alopecia ? I'm concerned about the thinning affecting all the back of my head, which is called "DUPA" I think, making a H.T impossible. Is there any risk that my hairloss evolves towards such kind of alopecia ? The treatments I use are Minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo. Should I apply Minoxidil on the back of my head too ? Thank u

Amir Yazdan, MD · Answer

A formal diagnosis with a hair loss surgeon is highly advised. Given your relatively young age, waiting to see how your hairline and hair density changes in the next few years will grant you a better understanding of the effectiveness of different hair restoration treatments, be they surgical or otherwise. 
If the diagnosis is early genetic hair loss, then the best treatment may be the drug finasteride which is highly effective in men of your age. It may not only stop the hair loss but possibly reverse it.
For early prevention I may recommend starting with over-the-counter minoxidil treatments (Rogaine) mixed with GroMD’s shampoo and follicle activator spray.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, This needs an in-person evaluation. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert now to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jamie McCollum, MD · Answer

It’s impossible to tell from a photo. You’ll need to examined by a hair specialist to see if you are actually thinning.  And other causes will need to be ruled out.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

You need to be examined by a doctor who specializes in hair diseases and hair loss.  This requires an expert examination and a series of blood tests along with a complete history of medications you might be taking

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