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Hair baldness
My daughter (12yr) is suffering from severe hair loss.So we consulted wd one dermatologist.He prescribed minoxifil 5percent and ask to continue for five months.Then new hair comes and hair becomes good.Then we stopped using minixidil and again all d hair falls down n complete baldness appear.Then again we went to d doctor, he prescribed minoxidil 2percent twice a day for two months and then after two use procapil for three months along with minoxidil.But we are very much worried whether it will be ok or not to use Minixidil n procapil together and how to use together ie in d morning minoxidil and in the evening procapil.My daughter is in depression and doesn't want to ho to school as everyone making fun.Please help me.
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Yes . 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 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.
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Minoxidil is not needed for child. Need to find the cause of hairloss. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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 & guidance.
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