Can weight loss help to reverse PCOS hair loss?

November 16, 2015
Asked By:chanpen88 in Ontario, CA

I've had all blood work done, no deficiencies, just mid levels of DHT. I am such it's androgenic alopecia and not TE. Can a proper diet help to reverse PCOS hair loss? I am also on birth control pill and finasteride and aware of risks for both. Thanks!

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December 13, 2015

Answer: You need to see a doctor for your issues. Women should not be taking Propecia.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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December 13, 2015

Answer: You need to see a doctor for your issues. Women should not be taking Propecia.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
November 19, 2015

Answer: Hair loss -- PRP, Progesterone, Viviscal, Rogaine, Metformin (PCOS)

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
November 19, 2015

Answer: Hair loss -- PRP, Progesterone, Viviscal, Rogaine, Metformin (PCOS)

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
November 18, 2015

Answer: PCOS and hair loss

Jeff Rapaport, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
November 18, 2015

Answer: PCOS and hair loss

Jeff Rapaport, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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