Does long hair affect hair growth

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Asked for Male, 25 Years

I have hair loss . I m male 26 Does growing long hair will increase hair loss or I have to cut it short I m using minoxidil 5 % prescribed by doctor

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Dr. Anuja Jadhav

Dermatologist 10 yrs exp Mumbai

If your using minoxidil that’s good enough yet again from where is the hair loss happ

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu

Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai

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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.