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Suggest Treatment For Androgenetic Alopecia
Question: have lost 50% of the volume all over.It happens when I get my hair wet shampooing. My thyroid is normal, Rogaine for women was suggested by 1 dermatologist, and is contra-indicated in my case. The 2nd, and last dermatologist in Key West perscribed spironolactone 50mg. I now have a rash in various places and my skin iches. What now?...
I'm extremely anxious for your reply. 1st inept derm PA did do a scalp biopsy. I have non-scsring alopecia
I'm extremely anxious for your reply. 1st inept derm PA did do a scalp biopsy. I have non-scsring alopecia
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing to us.
From the treatment suggested so far, it seems you have androgenetic alopecia.
Now minoxidil or rogaine is standard therapy for same. So I would like to know why is it contraindicated in your case.
In my clinical practice, I usually prescribe a hair supplement rich in vitamins, minerals, aminoacids along with minoxidil. If at all minoxidil cant be prescribed then I advise capixyl gel or peptide based products. These are said to have satisfactory response too. But treatment needs to be continued atleast for an year to have response.
As for your rash, please upload pics of area affected with itchy rash and also of your scalp so that i can see pattern and extent of hair fall. Please specify why is minoxidil contraindicated.
Hoping to hear from you soon.
Take care
details below
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing to us.
From the treatment suggested so far, it seems you have androgenetic alopecia.
Now minoxidil or rogaine is standard therapy for same. So I would like to know why is it contraindicated in your case.
In my clinical practice, I usually prescribe a hair supplement rich in vitamins, minerals, aminoacids along with minoxidil. If at all minoxidil cant be prescribed then I advise capixyl gel or peptide based products. These are said to have satisfactory response too. But treatment needs to be continued atleast for an year to have response.
As for your rash, please upload pics of area affected with itchy rash and also of your scalp so that i can see pattern and extent of hair fall. Please specify why is minoxidil contraindicated.
Hoping to hear from you soon.
Take care
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