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Posted on
Wed, 19 Nov 2014
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Question : Dear Sir,
I am suffering from hair loss problem since 2 years. I have apply various home remedies but i am unable to prevent the loss. My family does not have any historical hair loss problem. I do have dandruff since 2-3 years. I do have hair fall more from top of the scalp & begging of the scalp. Its shaping like "V".
I am suffering from hair loss problem since 2 years. I have apply various home remedies but i am unable to prevent the loss. My family does not have any historical hair loss problem. I do have dandruff since 2-3 years. I do have hair fall more from top of the scalp & begging of the scalp. Its shaping like "V".
Brief Answer:
Androgenetic alopecia
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagic
I have gone through your query and I have understood it.
You seem to have androgenetic alopecia.
The hair loss in Androgentic alopecia is mainly from the frontal scalp and is associated with gradual recession of the anterior hair line.
There may also be thinning of hair from the angles of the anterior hair line so that the angles become wider and deeper (thus giving rise to a V shaped anterior hair line)
Family history is positive in most and but is not necessarily present in family members. Positive family history in grandparents, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces or half-siblings is also significant..
Minoxidil and finasteride have approval for use in this type of alopecia.
While Minoxidil is a non-specific hair growth promoter, oral Finasteride once daily is specific for androgenetic alopecia in males.
Finasteride inhibits the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in hair follicles. DHT is the main culprit in this type of hair loss.
Results are usually noticeable over a period of 6-8 months of regular minoxidil use and oral treatment
A biotin supplement once daily would also be useful. Biotin supports hair growth though it is not specific for androgentic alopecia.
These are all prescription medications.
I would suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis as well as appropriate prescription.
Regards
Androgenetic alopecia
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagic
I have gone through your query and I have understood it.
You seem to have androgenetic alopecia.
The hair loss in Androgentic alopecia is mainly from the frontal scalp and is associated with gradual recession of the anterior hair line.
There may also be thinning of hair from the angles of the anterior hair line so that the angles become wider and deeper (thus giving rise to a V shaped anterior hair line)
Family history is positive in most and but is not necessarily present in family members. Positive family history in grandparents, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces or half-siblings is also significant..
Minoxidil and finasteride have approval for use in this type of alopecia.
While Minoxidil is a non-specific hair growth promoter, oral Finasteride once daily is specific for androgenetic alopecia in males.
Finasteride inhibits the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in hair follicles. DHT is the main culprit in this type of hair loss.
Results are usually noticeable over a period of 6-8 months of regular minoxidil use and oral treatment
A biotin supplement once daily would also be useful. Biotin supports hair growth though it is not specific for androgentic alopecia.
These are all prescription medications.
I would suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis as well as appropriate prescription.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Ashwin Bhandari
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