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I am considering Finasteride for hair loss and receding hairline. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 19 years old and currently using topical Minoxidil for a receding hairline. Small new hairs have grown on my temples but do not seem to be getting any thicker. I am considering starting Finasteride but am worried about shedding and potential side effects. How quickly would shedding... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.The side effects caused by Finasteride are temporary and not permanent. Once you stop the drug the side-effects will go off. As related to sexual health, loss of libido and erectile dysfunction are a bit rare. Finasteride 1 mg every day is the d... Read Full »
I have noticed a slight recession in my hairline. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 18 years old, and I have noticed a slight recession in my hairline, forming a gentle V shape. I do not have a significant history of hair loss; it seems to be within the normal range. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. There is definitely some receding. It is Norwood stage 1 now. Please do not worry, you can start using Minoxidil 5% solution on the scalp. There may be a bit of hair loss afterwards but continue using it. I hope this helps you. Thank you... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I noticed a receding hairline, especially on the sides, to a large extent, and on those days, I also experienced itching in the scalp. What do you suggest for my case? I have a positive family history of the same condition that happened with my mother in a more severe form. Please help.Tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have developed bitemporal recession may be female pattern hair loss. 75 to 100 hair falls every day is very normal. So, hair loss should be considered only if the number of hair falls more than this. Generalized hair falls in females are ... Read Full »
I have slight hairline recession at the temple area. Can application of Finasteride help?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 17-year-old male who has noticed slight hairline recession at the temples. I have researched treatments such as Finasteride but am still debating whether to use it. Is it necessary to check my natural levels of DHT before using the drug, or should I try it out and see what happe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history. It may be MPHL or male pattern hair loss. Male pattern hair loss occurs due to multiple factors, including genetic factors. Genetic susceptibility is passed on from the maternal side, including maternal uncles, siblings, or ancestors... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 21-year-old male, and my hairline is receding. I think I have male pattern baldness due to hard water effects. There is a white buildup at the end of fallen hair. What are the steps to follow? Is there any method to regain hairline? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query. I will explain everything about hair loss. 100 to 150 hair falls every day is very normal. So it should be considered hair fall if the number of hair is more than this. Generalized hair fall is mostly due to stress, poor sleep, and nutrition. S... Read Full »
I suffer from hair fall and irregular periods. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old female suffering from excessive hair fall (500 strands). I do not do drugs or smoke. My hair fall is like frontal alopecia with fast receding hairline but the hairline has always been a bit receded since childhood. I have stressful work conditions and irregular mens... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Let me explain everything about hair loss in points. 1. 100-150 hair fall every day are very normal. So you should consider hair fall if the number of hair is more than this. 2. Generalized hair falls in females a... Read Full »
I have been experiencing severe hair fall for the past two to three years. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am having severe hair fall for the past two to three years. The front hairlines are receding. I am 20 years old and is it advisable to have a transplant at this age or can it be prevented by consulting the doctor? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through the information provided from your end including the image from the attached reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Receding hairline along with loss of stands of hair is quite common and is usual... Read Full »
I am 16 year old and I have a receding hairline. How can I treat it?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 16-year-old male with a receding hairline and I fear it will get worse. What do I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. The receding hairline may be due to multiple factors like family history especially from the maternal side which may be genetically inherited, due to travel and changes in climate exposure, due to hormonal fluctuat... Read Full »
I have severe hair loss and a receding hairline following heat treatments. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor,I am an 18-year-old who had very long and dense hair five years back. But I had a huge hair loss due to chemicals and heat treatments. Now I do not have even 10 percent of my hair and I think I would go bald. Should I trim or cut my hair? My hairline is receding and I am very stressed. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! It is normal for 100 to 150 strands of hair to fall every day. So it should be considered as hair fall only if the number of hair strands is more than this. Generalized hair falls in females are mostly due to stress, poor sleep, po... Read Full »