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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 have already using minodoxil 5 % solution and finasteride lotion along with 1 mg finasteride tablet and hair multivitamin from last 8 years...But recently it is more loss of hair almost gone bald ...What to do please suggest

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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 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

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

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 taking finasteride from last 1 year and recently I have acne So I have visited to an dermatologist and She has prescribed isotretinoin 10 mg per day but I forget to tell that I am taking finasteride already So kindly give me clear cut answer both can be taken or not Please Don't say for online consultation only give me answer

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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 taking finasteride from last one year and I have acne also So I have visited to an dermatologist she has prescribed isotretinoin 10 mg per day but I forget to tell that I am taking finasteride already So kindly tell it will taken both simultaneously or not If not Why?

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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 faced very severe psychological problems with Finasteride, what are other options? Is oral minoxidil better than topical application?

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Hello. Will need a proper history of your condition and the previous treatment to comment further. Oral minoxidil might be of help in some ppl when topical has failed. Finasteride and minoxidil work b ...  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

Hello, I'm 26 yr old female. I'm suffering from hair loss and flaky dandruff. The scalp turns itchy if I apply any serum I'm suffering from this problem ever since covid happened. I have used various hair growth serums such as Haeroot hair serum, imyxia etc as prescribed to me But I have noticed that by applying these serums my scalp turns itchy t

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Use ketoconazole . Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six. ...  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'm on 4 months postpartum. I'm facing severe hairfall since 2 weeks . Previously I had vit D and Vit B 12 deficiency ( other tests are normal ) I would like to take some vitamin supplements which are safe for breastfeeding moms. Currently i'm taking tablets - COARCIMIN and GLONIA prescribed by my gynac. I never had this huge hair loss in my enti

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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 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

I am a 22-year-old male who has been using topical minoxidil for hair loss management. Over the past months, I have documented progressive thinning at my temples and a slight recession of my frontal hairline, although the overall density at the top and crown is moderately maintained.Recently, I tried oral minoxidil tablets (2.5 mg), but I started e

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I will need proper history taking and evaluation If there is increase in heart rate, don’t take oral minoxidil ...  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 am 35 and have type-2 Diabetes for the last 10 years. I have been facing mild ED since for the last 4-5 years. Meanwhile, I am planning to undergo hair transplant surgery and the doctor said to consume Finasteride 1 mg for at least 6 months after the surgery. Is it safe to use this drug? The Doc at the clinic said only 5 % of patients feel the se

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Ur ed problem will increase drastically... Don't use that if u want to save ur sexual life.. U can apply locally but tablet is not advisable... Or u can do one thing... Start herbal supplements.. To b ...  Read More

As an dermatologist has suggested me taking Tab Glutaford for both of my prblm of hair loss and reducing face glow I m confused is it is ok for me and if it really works how I have to take the medicine like how many tablets in a day and do I have to face some side effects from the medicine or should I take some other medicine for hair growth and G

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Once daily ...  Read More

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