What's the best solution for a male in his early 20s with thinning hair? (Photo)

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I'm Currently on propecia, & recently started Viviscal vitamins. My hair seems thinner on the top more than ever before. I know nothing happens overnight but the loss seems to be greater than before. In an effort to keep positive , and not have it drastically affect my self confidence and overall happiness I'm seeking more effective solutions / options , and if the more advanced options are worth it.

Sanusi Umar, MD · Answer

Hair transplantation is the most dependable way to reverse thinning and hair loss in your early 20s. Drug and chemical treatments will have varying effects on different individuals. 
The risk with opting for hair surgery at a young age has been the issue of not knowing how far a person’s hair loss will progress. If they reach Norwood 6-7 they won’t have enough grafts on their scalp left to cover their bald region at this point. 
At the Dr.U Clinic, we developed a diagnostic test to know this information in advance. For the patient below, the young man benefited from the diffuse insertion of a small graft count.

Jack G. Bertolino, MD · Answer

Thinning hair follicles are now best treated with PRP (platelet rich plasma) and micro needling with injection. We also now employ nano fat grafting using your fats stem cells for growth. One or the other or a combination can help. Also keep using your supplements. Hope this helps. JB

John J. O'Brien, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question and your photos. You may also consider some Rogaine shampoo and topical treatments. In addition at that you may be a good candidate for some hair transplants. These need to be done judiciously because you are a younger patient and we need to conserve hair grafts for the most important areas which generally are the anterior hairline. I would recommend that you discuss this with a qualified hair transplant surgeon in your area.

Baubac Hayatdavoudi, MD · Answer

I'd recommend switching to organic products for your shampoo and conditioner, and to look in to preventative medications like Finasteride and Minoxidil which has been proven to halt and even reverse hair loss. Before starting any medications it is best to check with your physician.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Finasteride (Propecia) and minoxidil are by far the best options. Hair transplants are not an option for the crown until you mid 30s. Other options are less effective but can be considered including low level laser and platelet rich plasma. You might wish to speak to your physicians about minoxidil (Rogaine and generics).

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