I read somewhere that Rogaine can help with traction alopecia (which I got due to hair extensions), and that once hair growth has returned, it can be safely stopped. Is this true? Or am I doomed to use Rogaine for the rest of my life? And a second question: can I use Rogaine only topically, or will its use impact the whole of my scalp? I'd like to use it only on the traction area and my temples, but I don't want the dread shed on the top of my scalp. Thank you!
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Thank you for your question. I understand you're 19-years-old and experiencing male pattern baldness. You'd like to know that if you start finasteride (Propecia) or minoxidil (Rogaine), whether you will need to continue taking these drugs to maintain your hair for the rest of your life.To first...
