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Minoxidil Usage
I'm using minoxidil from last 2 weeks but I'm still experiencing hairfall I assume it's the early shedding that's good but how much more time before minoxidil kicks in and my hairfall will actually stop, with that I'm taking antioxidants capsules and follihair A
Kindly suggest if I should stop using minoxidil or should I continue further?
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You are suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. This is usually progressive throughout life unless treated. It is usually accompanied by severe dandruff which we call seborrhoea. The FDA approved treatment for this condition is the best. No oil or cream will magically work because the hairs are getting miniaturised and eventually disappearing due to the hormonal effects of DHT on the hair roots. Please meet me at my clinic or contact me with photos using online consult option for proper examination and treatment.
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U 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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Dr. Jyoti Malik
Dermatologist
25 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Minoxidil takes around six to eight weeks to show response . We need to asses all cases personally to choose be at customised treatment to answer ur problem
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