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I am using finasteride for hair loss since 2017 (Doctor prescribed). Now my question is can I use finasteride for lifelong?

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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. ...  Read More

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

Is Finasteride safe ? Does it cause any adverse side effects? Please help me with this . Or just Minodixil is enough?

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Side effect chance 1.66%.. For details...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

My father has neurofibromatosis. And am 25 male i don't have it. I got hairloss and doctor prescribed me minox + finasteride topical solution. I want to know is it safe for me as my father had neurofibromatosis and I don't get it using finasteride. Please help regarding it.

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You won’t get it by using finasteride. ...  Read More

Is taking 1mg finasteride for hairloss cause impotence are side effects I am 22 year old Help me with this issue

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Can have sexual side effects ...  Read More

Sir/ma'am, what are the chances for me to have side effects from propicia 1mg? Do these tablets really make your hair regrow and what are the chances of its side effects?

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1.66%....For details...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I am facing hair loss and my hair density is going weaker so the dermatologist prescribed me 1mg finax(finasteride) tablet which i am taking for 2 days, now on the 2nd day i am feeling tingling type of pain on the top of my penis. Please tell me if i stop taking finasteride will the pain stop? Why am i facing this pa

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Finasteride is not known to alter sensation over the penis. It is either due to some other problem or because you have read something about finasteride that is psychologically affecting you. Don't wor ...  Read More

I have hair loss problem can I take sofer, biona-e and finasteride can I use this tablet

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Please donot self treat. There are many reasons for hair fall or thinning of hair on scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of t ...  Read More

I have severe hair loss problem my doctor has suggested me 1 mg finasteride. I am only 21 years old is it problem taking finasteride at this age ? Can it really regrow hair ?

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Finasteride is one of the proven drugs in Male pattern alopecia. Proper medical history along with some blood test would be better to asses the real cause of hair loss ...  Read More

I'm experiencing excessive hair fall after using finasteride 2mg for 45 days. Does finasteride has hair shedding and it is temporary ?

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Don't worry..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 s ...  Read More

Hello doctors hope your day is going well I am suffering from Hair loss and thinning problem from past 3 years. It Started with dandruff which never went away till now although I have used Keto Shampoo and many others, it all ways comes back in 2 days. I see some red spots in head for few days but it goes away, scalp is ichy and oily I am usi

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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

Good afternoon, Can I consume beer occasionally while on finasteride. Kindly tell me Thanks... ...

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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

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

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

Hello Doctor, I am 20 years old from Odisha. Sharing my hair photos as you asked. Current condition: 1. Front hairline - Receding and thinning 2. Crown area - Mild thinning visible 3. Hair fall - Since last 1 year My main concerns: 1. I am 20 years old. Please suggest safest treatment - Minoxidil 5% + Finasteride 0.01% or 0.1%? 2. I have Odisha Pol

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You can use minoxidil Finasteride Along with you need multi vitamin biotin supplements Consult online for treatment ...  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

Good morning I am 34 years old and I am having a 16 month old baby girl. I'm still breastfeeding but only during the nights. Recently from a month I'm experiencing extreme hair loss. I'm using traya and alps rosemary water for hair loss. And I've seen an improvement but suddenly the hair is shedding while just combing my hair. I have also gained w

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Your symptoms are most likely due to a combination of postpartum hormonal changes, ongoing breastfeeding, stress, lack of sleep, nutritional deficiencies, and recent work-related lifestyle changes. Ha ...  Read More

Is it safe to take medicines for hairloss?I am a little worried about side effects.iam trying to take vitamins and proteins through food but still my hair loss is heavy.That itself is making me tense.My Dermatologist has prescribed Hairfact tablets,and took Blood test also. Please Help

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The type of hairloss decides the medication or lifestyle changes, Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture i ...  Read More

I used 0.1 percent finasteride topical , what is actually the volume per day should be used.?? I used 1 ml per day , was that wrong dose???

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1 mL twice daily along with minoxidil ...  Read More

I accidentally used 0.1 %topical finasteride per day 1 ml instead of 0.5 ml , am I going to get any permanent harm cause I saw from studies that 0.25% strength applied 0.4 ml per day suppresses dht by 50 percent , so I am extremely scared of what I did .

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No ...  Read More

I'm facing severe hairfall, I've tried different shampoos but nothing seems to work. While searching over the internet I came across Finasteride, Minoxidil and Derma Roller to be effective in preventing hair fall and promote new hair growth and hair thickness. Is it safe to use or should I use something else?

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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. ...  Read More

I am facing hair-fall ,hair breakage and have very dry rough and frizzy hair. can suggest best affordable minoxidil brand and how to use the solution and can i take finasteride tablets and the dosage of medicine and how to manage dry hair.

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Hair fall has many reasons. Needs to be evaluated. Then u can start medications. ...  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

Hello Doctor, I am 20 years old and experiencing gradual thinning in the frontal scalp/hairline from the past few years. I have used topical minoxidil in the past, but stopped and the gained hair was lost. I want to avoid minoxidil and am considering low-dose finasteride. I would like your guidance on: • Whether finasteride is suitable for me

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Ideally a combination would be better if the thinning is progressive Better to discuss and start after proper examination ...  Read More

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