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Hello, I was recently diagnosed as a diffused thinner slowly progressing to NW2 by 2 different doctors. The hair loss/thinning is not very aggressive. It's slow. I was prescribed finasteride by one and dutasteride by the other doctor. I have no medical history of allergies or any other problems. I am concerned about the side effects but want to qui

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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 The person I know was taking this Dutasteride 0.5g tablet for past 3 months and He have a question wheather this medication will affect his sperm volume and mortality and causes infertility

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A trichologist prescribed DUMAN /dutasteride to control hairfall also told that may need to take long term. Along with this Minoxidil 10% is also given. My question is if long term how long would the patient need to take this medicine “DUMAN”? Are there any side effects? A known lady friend told me that she took it when prescribed by a doctor and

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For more information on this treatment you will have consult at clinic or online. Cannot comment of someone else's treatment like this without examination of the patient ...  Read More

How long does body hair loss due to dutacet tablets (consumed 6 tablets each 0.5mg) side effect last?

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The body hair loss is not a side effect that is mentioned prominently in the studies done about dutasteride. I am the first dermatologist in India who published a study on dutasteride for its use in a ...  Read More

I was wondering if it was ok to take aldactone and dutasteride together for hair loss?

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Depends on 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 medications without ...  Read More

I was having a severe hair fall post covid so i consulted a dermatologist and he prescribed me dutasteride 0.5mg once for a month...is it safe as it is a hormonal.medicine? I have attached pic after oiling of my hair.

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Alternate medicine available. ..You are suffering from hormonal changes causing post COVID Telogen effluvium causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain ...  Read More

Which is topical treatment is more effective for hair loss ..topical dutasteride or topical finasteride?

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ...  Read More

Is it fine to switch from dutasteride to finasteride along with multivitamin, biotin for male pattern hair loss ?

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Hello there...I can understand your concern. Dutestride and finestride have a very similar mechanism of action. Dutestride has an additional action compared to finestride. Hence more potent than it. B ...  Read More

I have been prescribed Dutasteride 0.5mg for male pattern hair loss but i later found out that it has some serious sexual side effects. Should i continue with the treatment for male pattern hair loss?

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I have consulted a dermatologist for my hair loss post covid He has adviced me dutasteride 0.5 mg for. Month . does it help in hair fall control and is there any long side effect as it is used prostate issue.

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As such no side effects ...  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

Hair loss like coin patch..what is this.plz suggest medicine.i attached photo .plz please suggest medicine

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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

From past 1 month I'm having severe hair loss . I dnt know what is the reason .I have thyroid I'm taking tblet from 6 years . Now suddenly heavy hair loss

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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

My mother is a 52-year-old woman who recovered from severe pneumonia about one month ago. Since then, she has been experiencing noticeable hair shedding and some diffuse thinning of her hair. She has no other symptoms. Her thyroid tests are normal. The hair loss seems more noticeable when her hair is dirty or oily, and there are no bald patches, sc

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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

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 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

Can I take melatonin serum by choosen night owl for hair loss ...kindly give ur opinion regarding serum

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Also share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  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

Observed multiple hair loss patch like Alopecia Areata for my 14 year old doctor. Wanted to understand the treatment for the same.

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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 am using topical minoxidil from past 6 to 8 months But my hair is get thinning and hair fall is not controlled Can I switch to oral finastride

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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 18 years old female shifted to hostel recently in August and facing massive hair loss , whenever I oil , wash or even comb my hair , it just comes out in like six to eight strands in bundle. Now my middle partition is getting wider and my scalp is starting to show...also dandruff. Please help

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Hello Your hairfall needs detailed history evaluation with investigations to give effective treatment ...  Read More

I am facing Hair Loss for last 2 year gradually and now my hair is so thin that I can clearly see the skin from upper portion , I am getting bald day by day , I had used many oil , serum and shampoo but non of them are working on my head !!

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It look like male pattern hairloss ...  Read More

I'm a 26-year-old male experiencing progressive hair loss for the past 8 years. Before age 18, I had no hair problems whatsoever, but the loss started suddenly and has worsened over time despite trying multiple treatments. I've consulted with homeopathy practitioners, Ayurvedic doctors, and dermatologists. I've used topical minoxidil, ketoconazole

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Good evening dietary n lifestyle changes needed if not good in that case. ...  Read More

I just wanted to ask regarding my mother who is 52 year old , she is having excessive hair loss dont know why. She is eating diabetes medicine and some medicine regarding spinal issue.. Pls suggest me what is to be done to prevent hair loss problem.

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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

My mother is currently having problem of hair loss . Whenever she comb her hair , she loose lot's of hair, she is worried about this. Kindly give your solution for this.

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Need detailed history Book consultation ...  Read More

There is no volume in my hair . I am taking keraglo hair tablet for almost 1 and half months but still no volume is showing, hair is becoming whiter please tell me some solution

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Through history and evaluation is required ...  Read More

Hello doctors, So recently I am experiencing tremendous hair loss. I do apply oil, shampoo and conditioner. It's just breaking off while bathing and in day to day normal activities. I do have dandruff and my hair gets very rough. Please suggest and help.

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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 been seeing hair loss from last 1 year. I can see the scalp directly and hairs also get thinning day by day . I'm an IT professional and work in the night shift. Not sure how I can stop Hairfall before I bald completely.

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This may be starting of androgenic alopecia or male pattern hairloss. Kindly consult for better management. ...  Read More

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