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Hair fall. Minoxidil 5
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48 M. Healthy lifestyle. No smoking no drinking. Running n Gyming
Since more than 1 year using minoxidil 5 but struggling to get growth as required.
Especially when hair is wet
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Consider Hair PRP, mesotherapy and addition of oral medicines for the same. You may shift to minoxidil 10% once a day as well
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You need hormone therapy...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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Please consult online for further treatment
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There are many causes of hair fall. it has be evaluated.proper medical history with specific pattern of hair loss is required for making perfect diagnosis.
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pls consult online dermatologist for detailed prescription and further guidance.
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Dr. Yogeesh H R
Dermatologist
31 yrs exp
Bangalore
MINOXIDIL should be ideally used twice daily for maximum benefit. Once daily may not be sufficient. Combination of topical minoxidil and finsateride gives better results. PRP and mesotherapy are other options for improving hair growth and density
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