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Does minoxidil (Rogaine) show positive results for a 64 year old male?

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tbrown49Nov 30, 2013
Exhibiting fairly evenly thin hair overall, but stable for 15-20 years. Likewise, hairline receded, but also stable for 15-20 years.

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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
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Ryan Welter, MD

Many doctors recommend the 5% strength for men AND Women.  There are a number of treatment options, and Minoxidil (the generic name for Rogaine) is one of the least expensive ones and is considered safe.  There are several possible causes for female hair loss, so it's very important to try to id...

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Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACS

Rogaine is not a bad medication, however it really doesn’t work all that well in most cases of female hair loss.  Other options include laser light therapy, and having a medical work up to make sure that there is not a treatable cause such as anemia or low thyroid levels contributing to t...

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William Rassman, MD (retired)

To my knowledge, minoxidil does not cause collagen breakdown. Speak with the doctor who manages your hair loss

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