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What can I do to grow hair in the case of genetic hair loss?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am 36 years old. I have genetic hair loss, is there something I can do to grow more hair? I use Minoxidil, but it is not working.

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I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

I understand your concern, but there are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area to assess the condition and to suggest you the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. I need to see it to help you further.

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I have attached the file.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

This indeed is genetic hair loss, known as FPHL (female pattern hair loss), which also has some hormonal etiology (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Minoxidil is the treatment of choice and needs to be applied half a teaspoon twice daily in 2 % concentration. It takes at least four to six months to see the results and the result peaks only after a year, so if you are not seeing results in the initial few weeks, that is normal. Keep using Minoxidil and tablet Spironolactone 50 mg twice a day.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

You are welcome.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed byDr. Nithila. A

Published At June 14, 2019
Reviewed AtNovember 28, 2024

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