How can I fix this patch on my beard? I'm 22 years old. My mustache hasn't connected yet. What can I do please? (Photo)

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My dad is having a full beard... I mean Every where is bushy on his face.. My senior brother who turned 24 years recently is having full beard but his mustache is not growing though... Please what can i do to fill in this patch and to turn this vellus hair into terminal? Here are pictures of the patch.. On my right is not too patchy compared to the left... Please i really need to fill in this patch.. I feel really shy going out cause the patch is not looking too good... Help please.. Thanks

Epameinondas Bonaros, MD · Answer

Minoxidil and beard transplant are the only things you can do to grow facial hair. You can try minoxidil for 6 to 9 months, and if the results are not good, you should consider a beard transplant in a few years. It is a safe and permanent way to grow facial hair.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

At 22, you probably have some delayed beard growth. Ask your dad when his beard filled in as he may have experienced a delayed growth as well. You can use minoxidil and see if that brings on more beard growth. I wouldn't rush to a beard transplant until you are a few years older

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