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Can minoxidil cause hair loss

I had hair fall and my part line became wide. Scalp is visible in crown area. I started using Minoxidil 2% 3 months back and was very happy because my hair fall was reduced. Started seeing only few hairs in comb and shower and also started seeing some hair growth. But now I have unwanted hair growth in my face. Can see the hair visibly in forehead,

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Treatment depends on the grade...You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medic ... Read More

Hi Im twenty three years old, 2 years back I was using minoxidil 5% after 4 months my hair was started growing then again 2 months after hair loss started for that reason I was stopped to using minoxidil, now after 2 years I decided again to use minoxidil 5%, if I continue it should be OK

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. T ... Read More

Hello. I have major thinning issue from past few month. Within 7 months I have lost 60% of my volume. I didn't have any hair fall as such but. My hairs are thinning alot. I have a visible scalp near crown. I started applying minoxidil 5% from last 20-25 days and it caused more thinning. I was expecting shedding but my hair has become more thinner t

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi, I am facing hair loss for the last one year and started using minoxidil 5% foam and dutasteride dutamax 4 months back, and for 3 months i used and it worked, then i switched to minoxidil 5% liquid and duprost dutasteride and my hairs again started to fall. Its shedding like crazy . Please help me out if this is because of change in my medicine

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Thanks for the query. Male pattern baldness (MPB) is an increasing problem in today's society. Hair care is a daily ritual shaped by age, gender, socioeconomic status and internal health. With increas ... Read More

How effective is minoxidil (1ml twice daily) against long time diffuse hair loss due to thyroid disease?

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Consult a dermatologist and get examined to ascertain the cause for hair loss ... Read More

I have very less hair thinning on corners and when I shower my hair doesn't fall but I have some hair thinning in corners and I have family history of hair fall but today I have very less but some thining my doctor recently give me minoxidil finastride 5 percent topical but I did not want to use it daily as I have not very severe hair loss can I us

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I am facing hair loss for last couple of years. I am having male pattern baldness. I wish to know, whether it is safe to use Minoxidil topical solution. There are mixed views on using minoxidil before marriage as it will affect the reproduction elements. Also i heard there are side effects like chest pain and dry skin etc which will scar

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Hi. Don't worry, minoxidil has no effects on "reproductive elements". Online views from non professionals are not true. So beware before u choose to believe them. Would be happy to explain about adv ... Read More

Dear doctor, As prescribed i started using minoxidil 5% solution..its been 3 weeks but suddenly i noted my hair loss more than before . Is it normal?when it will show effect? ..or should i stop using it?even i have more white hair ,can i use hair colour..if yes ,which is good?plz help !!

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yes when starting with minoxidil solution treatment initially there is more small which can last up to a month and sometimes even six weeks. This is nothing to worry about continue applying the soluti ... Read More

I recently consulted a dermatologist for my hair loss problem.. he identified it as Male pattern baldness.. he prescribed regaine spray for daily usage..Later I saw that it has minoxidil. I heard from the online forums that minoxidil is harmful, what's your opinion? I trust my dermatologist, but reading those comments, made me think twice.. should

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Online consultations have such limitations as discussion about the medications is often incomplete. Minoxidil is for indefinite usage and has to become a part of life. Further information is in the f ... Read More

I have been using minoxidil 2% since 6months. But I am fade up with the side effects. So if I want to stop using it how to control the hair fall after. How long this hair fall bcz of stopping minoxidil will continue?

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If it is used for the wrong indication, it will increase the hairloss. Please don't self treat There are many reasons for hair fall. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of d ... Read More

Does using minoxidil every day causes dandruff and build up on scalp?I have been using minoxidil for the past one year, but after few months I am experiencing build up on my scalp

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I have developed an area on my chin where hair growth has suddenly disappeared. I consulted a dermatologist earlier and she suggested antoxid HC CAPSULES for 30 days along with momate lotion and minoxidil but it still hasn't gotten better.

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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ... Read More

I have severe 6-month hair loss with bald patches, PCOS (periods now normal after treatment), and dust hives controlled by Dermzex BG. An online clinic gave me Minoxidil, but I want to know if Minoxidil, Pilgrim serum, or a derma roller will trigger my hives or worsen the bald patches. What internal link connects PCOS, dust hives, and bald patches?

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

Can I quit minoxidil?? If I don't use minoxidil can I get my hair back which are lost in shedding phase

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Minoxidil will help in controlling progression and induce growth as well. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management ... Read More

I have been experiencing hair loss, gradual hair thinning, and persistent dandruff for the past 3 years. Initially, my hair was thick with good density and volume, but over time I have noticed mild recession at the temples, weaker hair roots, and gradual thinning. Although I do not have significant crown baldness, I am concerned that the condition

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have hair thining in front right area from 2 years doctor prescribed me minoxidil i put that on and off can i take finsteride and minoxidil topical solution or only minoxidil i can see on image as finesteride tab causes sexual side effect i dont eat that. what u recommed plz tell me

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

I have been suffering from last 10yrs Hair loss problem ..front side my hair is loss getting blading

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

I was experiencing hair fall while living in Kolkata, so I consulted a dermatologist through Practo. She advised a few blood tests and then prescribed Minoxidil along with Vitamin D3 and other supplements. Recently, I moved to Delhi, and since then my hair fall has increased significantly. I am noticing visible thinning, and my hair condition has b

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I am an 18-year-old male with gradual hair thinning for the past few years. Hair fall is usually less than 50 hairs per day but occurs during bathing and combing. My hair has become thinner, especially around the front hairline/temples. I also have dandruff with white and yellow flakes, occasional itching, and mild scalp redness. Keto

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ... Read More

As you can see in the picture, I am going through male pattern hair loss. Can it still be curable with minoxidil and finasteride? Can they regrow hair in these portions? If yes, then what routine should I follow for their application and what brand of minoxidil and finasteride should I use for fast and effective results?

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

I have seen this kind of loss of hair on back of my head with redness and no itching is it alopecia areata? And how to treat it

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It is seborrheic dermatitis. Doesn't seem to be hairloss ... Read More

I have been been using minoxidil for 5-6 months and also in the process of fixing my D3 deficiency at the same time (I have gone from 9.2 to 26.3 in 3 months and I expect it would have increased even higher now) nutrition wise everything is going well, I hit my protein and carbs and workout and stay active recently I am noticing hairfall(I already

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I am 20 years old male with genetic hair loss and receding hairline. Can I safely use Minoxidil 5% + Finasteride 0.01% topical solution? I have Odisha Police medical exam after 6 months. Will this medicine show up in blood or urine test or cause any problem in selection? If this treatment is safe for me, please provide a prescription.

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... Read More

I have hair loss problem. My periods are fine. Hair is thinning. Hair is dry but scalp is oily. Diet is protein rich. And take vitamin e capsule regularly

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... Read More

I have been experiencing very fast hair fall for several months. I have now decided to take minoxidil. But I have absolutely no knowledge of it. So, please suggest to me some of the safest and most effective minoxidil in India. I can't afford medical consultations, that's why I am seeking help here. Please give me the right suggestion, I am heavily

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ... Read More

Hi, I consulted a dermatologist for hair thinning and hair loss from hairline and a little bit at crown. They have advised me topical minoxidil 5% once per day and ketoconazole shampoo. However I am not entirely sure about using minoxidil, could someone please help me with pros and cons of applying it? Will it affect my blood pressure? What are the

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Can by psychological, Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed to rule out other causes ... Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Hi. Consult online for questions regarding the same ... Read More

My girlfriend has been experiencing significant hair loss for the past year, and her hair has also become thinner. This has caused her a lot of stress. Please suggest some remedies to help stop her hair loss

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

I have a buzzing / pulsatile sound in my left ear only. I consulted an ENT: - Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA): Normal - Tympanometry: Normal Since all tests were normal, I was not using any ENT medicines. Recently, I started having hair fall, so a dermatologist prescribed: - Oral Minoxidil 0.25 mg daily After starting oral Minoxidil, my left ear buzzing

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Minoxidil is vasodilator , it will affect blood flow or pressure changes in inner ear, so can trigger tinnitus but it's very rarest side effect of it, till tym only few people reported. So my suggesti ... Read More

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