Why did lesions occur on my scalp? Lost hair overtime & been raw & not healing right (Photos)

Oral minoxidil can be an effective treatment for hair regrowth and the prevention of further hair loss. As a hair surgeon, I’ve seen many patients respond positively to oral minoxidil, especially those who haven’t had much success with topical treatments. It works by improving blood flow to the...

Hello, Great question! Daily Dutasteride 0.5mg can be very effective in preventing hair loss, even for men using treatments like Androgel, HCG, and Anastrozole to improve low testosterone levels. Since Dutasteride works by blocking DHT, the primary hormone responsible for hair loss, it can...

If you’ve been using minoxidil for only 6 weeks and are considering stopping, it’s important to weigh the risks carefully, especially with both telogen effluvium (TE) and early signs of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) present. Minoxidil can be particularly helpful in both conditions by sti...

It’s great that you’re being proactive about hair health while swimming. While swim caps are essential for protecting your hair from chlorine and maintaining hydrodynamics in the water, they can potentially cause traction alopecia if worn too tightly for extended periods. Traction alopecia occ...

Hello, and thank you for the detailed question. From the images and your description, it appears you're experiencing subsurface hair breakage or short anagen syndrome-like presentation, where many hairs are visible just below or barely above the scalp, failing to grow to full length. This...

Thank you for your question — it's a common concern and an important one when incorporating minoxidil into your routine. Can You Pause Minoxidil After a Haircut? Yes, you can take a short break of a week or two from minoxidil after a fresh haircut, especially if the scalp feels irritated, s...