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I was prescribed 2% ketoconazole to help with scaling. Can Ketoconazole make hair shedding worse?

hairlosswoesNov 27, 2017
I used it several times a few years ago just on areas of my scalp that had scaling and I shed more than my usual large amount of hair. Is shedding a common side effect of Keto? I was told to use it twice a week. Is anti-dandruff shampoo a better option? Thanks.

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This should be fine, but this needs an in-person evaluation. 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...

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Sara Wasserbauer, MD - Account Suspended

It is difficult to evaluate with that information alone, but you likely have traction alopecia and need to see a hair loss specialist to determine if you would be a good candidate for surgery, or if other medical management options are still a consideration for your hair loss. Good luck!!

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