Spironolactone at 200mg. Is it effective in regrowing thinning hair due to PCOS (not TTC)? (Photo)

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I have extreme aniexty about losing it and would like to know whether Spiro is actually effective at regrowth or am I just wasting my time? I won't consider surgery at this point. Thanks!

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In my opinion, spirolactone is helpful with PCOS. The addition of platelet rich plasma has been successful in our hands. In addition we have found that minoxidil taken orally at a dose of .25 milligrams adds benefit. Use of topical progesterone with the PRP and spearmint tea has also been helpful in our patient population.PRPHAIRMD.COM

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This needs an in-person evaluation. Spironolactone can help regrow hair. 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 Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Yes, spironolactone helps about 40 % of women with genetic hair loss improve their hair. Titration up to 200 mg is most effective.ReferencesFamenini S, Slaught C, Duan L, Goh C. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2015 Oct;73(4):705-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2015.06.063. 
Sinclair R, et al. Br J Dermatol. 2005. Treatment of female pattern hair loss with oral anti androgens. Br J Dermatol. 2005 Mar;152(3):466-73. -

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

The treatment of hair loss with PCOS is difficult and sometimes the modalities that are used like Spironolactone do not work. You need to bond with your doctor on this treatment, We have been treating many women with thinning hair using scalp micropigmentation very effectively, see below

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