The blocking effect of finasteride on DHT formation is only one factor that impacts hair loss; your genetics are another and they are completely independent from each other as separate variables. At your age, if you were going to be very bald by the time you reach your mid-20s, then your genetics are far more […]
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A hair transplant procedure has limitations, in that it simply can not restore all the hair that was lost, since there is a limited supply and usually a relatively large area to cover. Individuals with very fine hair often have see-through coverage, even with normal (birth) densities. As hair transplants rarely produce over 50% of […]
On rare occasions, Rogaine accelerates the hair cycle and should not cause hair loss, but maybe some temporary shedding. Proper use of this medication is not a hit and miss thing — it is a consistent application process. Balding at your age, assuming that there is miniaturization present, is best treated with Propecia (finasteride 1mg). […]
Adding Avodart to the Propecia dose may not benefit you, based on what we current know about Avodart. It is highly possible that you have reached the maximal benefit of the drugs. You must remember that hair loss does go in cycles, so playing with drugs and doses may not cause the changes you are […]
When you lose the benefits of Propecia and the hair benefits take steps backwards, restarting it may not get the hair back to where you were at. You will know in about 8 months. You need to have a good doctor create a Master Plan to help determine what is going to happen to you. […]
You have chosen non-surgical, hormonal treatments for eliminating your male hormones. Dutasteride, although not yet FDA approved for regular male pattern baldness, is studied and believed to be more potent than Propecia (finasteride) for prevention of male pattern baldness. You are right in that using other anti-androgen medications are also important to slow down the […]
There are no easy answers to your problem. We can slow hair loss with drugs like Propecia (finasteride 1mg) and we can force some new hair to grow (or slow down the fall out) in some people with minoxidil. However, putting your hair back to its state prior to losing it, is just not where […]
First, I’d recommend that you get a diagnosis and a Master Plan done with a good doctor. Once you know if you are actually balding, then you can be appropriate with the treatment. It is a little crazy to commit yourself for life to a drug without a diagnosis. Let your doctor help you make […]
Actually, men who become a full Norwood Class 7 balding pattern usually have significant balding by the time they are in their early 20s. If the balding is mild at 30, chances are that the balding will not be advanced as you get older. Once you know you are balding, develop a Master Plan and […]
I do not quite know what you are asking. If you are considering a hair transplant procedure, you need to see a hair transplant doctor for a good physical examination and his/her evaluation. Generally, hair transplants in a 22 year old man is approached with great caution for two key reasons — You may have […]
His before photo is on the left; after photo on the right. Click the photos below to enlarge. For more photos, see Results After a Single Session. This patient has a Norwood Class 3 balding pattern, and yes, it is quite common. He is over 50 years old, so I would not expect his […]
Thank you for contacting me. I had the opportunity to review your photographs and your medical record. Hair loss is a progressive process and it is clear that the communication between us failed. I care about my patients meeting their expectations (first being sure that these expectations are realistic) and following up with a good […]
The use of topical products (such as Toppik) will not accelerate the hair loss. Hair transplantation may be a better answer to your problem if your qualify for such a procedure. It is unusual for me to recommend hair transplants on 22 year olds, so you should be evaluated by an honorable expert to develop […]
There are no drugs proven to restore a hairline. Drugs such as Propecia may slow down the hair loss or maintain your current hairline, but it has limitations. Revivogen is a shampoo — it is not a drug. There is no medical proof that it stops hair loss. Propecia is a drug (a pill you […]
The answer to both questions is no, but a good Master Plan should be made with sound metrics on the mapping of your scalp for miniaturization to cover you in the future if you should develop hair loss. For more about the maturing hairline, see Maturation of a Hairline — Moving From Juvenile to Mature.
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