21 years old with severe, rapidly progressing FPHL despite no family history. Am I out of options?

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I started losing my hair two y/a after starting Yaz and recovered once, but unfortunately began losing more hair after starting spironolactone for acne. I have lost going on a 70% of my hair since. My hairline is receding, and the shedding has spread from my temples to my entire scalp. 5% rogaine, laser comb, iron and Nutrafol aren't working. I am severely depressed, as I can find no success stories. Why is someone my age experiencing this so severely? Are there any success stories out there?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

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

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

Hair  loss in women is often multifactorial. You you should visit a hair loss expert will do a history, examination including magnification and would like, blood work and biopsy. You need a definitive diagnosis and etiology of your hair loss to begin an effective treatment. 
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Yael Halaas, MD · Answer

Female pattern hair loss can occur for many reasons. Hormonal imbalances, thyroid conditions and even excessive amount of stress can lead to hair loss. I suggest a consultation with a hair loss specialist who can examine you, perform blood tests and possibly even perform a scalp biopsy.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! You you should visit a hair loss expert will do a history, examination including magnification and would like, blood work and biopsy. You need a definitive diagnosis and etiology of your hair loss to begin an effective treatment.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

This is a very challenging situation but the results of a scalp punch biopsy and results of specific blood tests are needed to know what to consider next. Is there any chance the diagnosis is incorrect or that the diagnosis of FPHL is correct but that another diagnosis is present too?

21 years old with severe, rapidly progressing FPHL despite no family history. Am I out of options?

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21 years old with severe, rapidly progressing FPHL despite no family history. Am I out of options?

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Answer: You you should visit a hair loss expert will do a history

Answer: You you should visit a hair loss expert will do a history

Answer: Rapid loss - FPHL?

Answer: Rapid loss - FPHL?

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