Month: March 2007

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Hair Loss InformationNo Results After 6 Months on Propecia – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

I have been on Propecia for 6 months and have seen no benefit at all, not even a slowdown in the amount that I lose daily.

Can we really expect to see positive results on Propecia if we’ve seen nothing after 6 months?

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Any changes in the process of hair loss or gain are subtle because of the gradual nature of hair growth. The medication Propecia (finasteride) affects patients differently. For instance, patients in their 20s may have a better response to Propecia than a person in their 50s. The drug seems to work better in recent balding, so young men who are earlier in the hair loss cycle get better benefits (as a rule). I always check the miniaturization of the entire scalp before starting my patients on Propecia and follow my patients over 12 months after starting the medication for assessment of their gain or loss. In your case, if you had a prior examination, it is a good time to get checked again for comparison. If not, map your miniaturization now to at least get a point of reference for future follow-ups.

I would generally not give up on Propecia until after 12 months of treatment. The effects in some people are very subtle.

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Hair Loss InformationThe Propecia and Rogaine One-Two Punch – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Do you think the combination of both Propecia and Rogaine is the best one two punch to combat MPB. Do you have any other recommendations as I sometimes get a bad reaction to Rogaine.

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I wish it was as simple as that. Some doctors believe that Rogaine (minoxidil) and Propecia (finasteride) together is a good idea and may even provide a synergistic effect. Practicality, however, plays a part and if you consider the finances and twice a day application, it is difficult to use both drugs. My recommendation is to use something that you can be consistent with and stick to it. If you have a bad reaction to Rogaine, ask yourself if it is worth taking it at all.

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Hair Loss InformationI Don’t Want a Hairy Neck Anyway, So Can I Transplant Neck Hair to the Scalp? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

I am a 22 year old male who has started receding. I have a lot of unwanted ‘neck hair’ that grows on the back of my neck below the hair line. Could it be used in a hair transplant as ‘filler’? The hair doesn’t grow and long or think as normal hair though.

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I often get this question asked to me during office consultations. Unfortunately, neck hair is not considered permanent, as the hair on the back of your scalp is. Neck hair is different. Many men lose neck hair as they age. Thus, while you can have a neck hair transplantation, you risk losing it as you get older. Then there is the issue of the punctate scars left behind, whihc would look like white dots (from the FUE) on a shaved neck. It would not be a wise investment on your part.

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Hair Loss InformationCan My Traction Alopecia Reverse? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

i’m a 15 yr old girl and i have traction alopaecia-i have really long hair and i’m not allowed to cut it so i braid it really tightly every day- if i change my hairstyle, will it grow back?

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Traction alopecia may not reverse if it has been a chronic problem. Some hair may grow back, but there is no guarantee. If you are worried about hair loss from traction alopecia the best advice is to stop the offending cause (stop braiding your hair). Your circumstance may not be as easy as words of advice, but at the least do not braid your hair so tightly.

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Hair Loss InformationCan an 18 Year Old Woman Develop Female Baldness? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

hi i was wondering if its possible that an 18 year old woman can develop the female pattern baldness at the age of 18 and with no history of family baldness.

thank you

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Although anything is possible, it is rare to occur at such a young age, but it does happen. If you are losing hair and suspect that there is something wrong, you should see a medical doctor for any health realted issues that may be causing your hair loss. (most common cause of hair loss in women is a medical condition) as hair loss may be sign of other underlying health issues.

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Hair Loss InformationDemodex Folliculorum and Hair Loss – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

I recently read about Demodex folliculorum. From what I understand it is a parasite that lives in the hair follicles and feeds off the sebaceous glands. I have also read reports stating that this infestation may cause diffuse hair thinning.

Is this true? How common is this condition, and how is it treated?

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Demodex folliculorumDemodex folliculorum is a tiny mite, less than 0.4 mm long, that lives in pores and hair follicles. It is usually seen on the nose, forehead, cheek, and chin, and often in the roots of your eyelashes. Demodicids look like worms. People with oily skin, or those who use cosmetics heavily and don’t wash thoroughly have the heaviest infestations, but it is not uncommon for adults to carry a few demodicids.

Follicular inflammation produces edema and results in easier epilation of the eyelashes. Loss of lashes may happen when there are abundant mites located near one hair follicle. Demodex are harmless and don’t transmit diseases, but large numbers of demodex mites may cause itching and skin disorders, referred to as Demodicosis.

Diagnosis is through a high index of clinical suspicion. This condition usually doesn’t cause any symptoms. If symptomatic, patients may experience itching and local (not diffuse) hair loss. Treatment for the symptomatic cases include cleansing the area and even antibiotics for severe cases.

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Hair Loss InformationMy Friend Was Very Sick After He Had a Hair Transplant – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Hi. I just wanted to know if you have a hair transplant most surgeons tell you after 3 months the transplanted hair start growing. Is it possible it could take longer and if so how long would be the maximum?

My friend had a 3000 graft trasplant done and its been over 4 months, but not much has happened. He says he was very sick on the 2nd day after surgery and the pressure going to his head from vomiting made him feel as if the grafts were going to pop out. Is it possible something could have gone wrong due to vomiting? Thanks for your time.

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SickSome people can have some side effects of drugs that are used for sedation after a hair transplant. Every medication has side effects, but most of the medications we use have few detectable side effects at the doses we utilize. If there are any lingering effects from these drugs, they may last a day or two at most. There has been a rare occasion where a patient was recently sick with the flu just before a transplant, so it would be logical that the same thing could happen after a hair transplant. Perhaps he caught the flu and it was coincidence. I really can’t tell you, as I have no idea.

Concerning your friend, hair starts growing at between 1-5 months after a transplant. I doubt that your friend lost any grafts or did any damage from being sick after the transplant.

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Hair Loss InformationDoes Too Much Sex Contribute to Hair Loss? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Over the past year my hair has been falling out dramatically. To the point that it is now visible. However i dont believe it is balding. It is thinning evenly all over (not normal male pattern balding). I have had a thyroid test, negative, and am now on propecia. It has been 5 months and my hair has only gotten thinner. it did seem to stop for a while, but now is just as bad if not worse. If propecia isnt working does that mean you are not balding and you have some other medical condition? My father didnt start balding until 40,and both grandfathers still have alot of hair on top.

Also. Does to much sexual activity lead to balding i.e. sex/masturbation

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If sex and masturbation lead to balding then we would all be bald!

Propecia (finasteride) takes 6 months to 12 months to see its benefits. At only 5 months it may be too early to tell if it is working for you. More importantly you should have had a diagnosis of male pattern hair loss before taking Propecia to make sure it was the right medication for your condition. You cannot draw a medical conclusion without having all the medical facts. It is impossible to answer your questions without a complete medical and physical examination including a miniaturization study.

At the least take comfort in knowing that your “sex/masturbation” life is safe from the effects of balding.

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Hair Loss InformationHair Loss and Scalp Acne – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

HELLO,
I am 37-year old woman from Finland.I have suffered from severe acne on my scalp and hairloss ever since my mother died suddenly on 1994. It was a horrible shock to me,and soon after that my face became infected with pimples as well as my scalp.I got some antibiotics and it helped to the face but not to scalp.During past years I have spent a lot of money to different kinds of shampoos and liquids,with no results.The only thing that helped for a while was Roaccutan which I took for about six months. After I stopped,hair became again very oily and the scalp irritated.Lately I have tried Revivogen, Tricomin and Thymuskin and the result is…..hair gets oily and sticky.My question is,is there any solution to this problem and what products should I use every day in able to keep my hair and scalp clean?? I recognize that when I’m stressed,the problem gets worse.Please answer!!

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It seems you have tried many products for your acne and hair loss problems for over 10 years. Although you have tried many products, you have not indicated that you were ever evaluated by a qualified medical doctor. If you have seen a doctor for your problems, I do not believe I can offer any significant help. Hair loss and stress are closely related and there is no definitive cure or answer. Unfortunately, acne and hair loss is a difficult combined problem to address.

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Hair Loss InformationCould Cleaning Products Be Causing Female Hair Loss? – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

25 year old spanish female losing small amount of hair. She has no bald spots hair is thick but seems like to much of it is falling out. She works as cleaning lady. Could it be the cleaning fluids she’s around everyday. thank you

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It is possible that some cleaning products have chemicals in them that can cause hair loss. Most people don’t breathe these directly and it might take substantial doses of these chemicals to produce the toxic effects from those ingredients.