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Is Rogaine Advisable To Reduce Hair Loss?

Lot of hairfall is happening to me since the past two months.my hair has gone thinner.i am loosing my hair specially in the front part of my scalp.i searched on the internet and found a medicine called rogaine for hairfall as well as for hair growth.i wanted to know whether it is safe to use it or not.from the past few months i have been suffering from gastro intestinal problems.i think the cause of my hairfall may be this also.kindly suggest something.
Tue, 6 Sep 2016
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Thanks for posting on HCM
The treatment of hair loss depends on the underlying cause.Some causes are treatable while others are not.Possible causes of hair loss may include:
-Genetic factors
-Hormonal changes
-Scalp infection
-Some medications
-Certain hairstyles and treatment
-Aging
Effective treatments for some types of hair loss are available. But some hair loss is permanent.
Rogaine is a medication well known to treat pattern baldness just like what just describe.With this treatment, some people experience hair regrowth, a slower rate of hair loss or both. The effect peaks at 16 weeks and you need to keep applying the medication to retain benefits.I think you may give this drug a try.
If Roagaine does not help you, you may have to resort to other treatment options like surgery, laser therapy, and wigs or hairpieces.I will also recommend the following:
-Eat a nutritionally balanced diet.
-Avoid tight hairstyles, such as braids, buns or ponytails.
-Avoid compulsively twisting, rubbing or pulling your hair.
-Treat your hair gently when washing and brushing.
-Avoid harsh treatments.
Hope my answer will help you
Regards
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Is Rogaine Advisable To Reduce Hair Loss?

Hi Thanks for posting on HCM The treatment of hair loss depends on the underlying cause.Some causes are treatable while others are not.Possible causes of hair loss may include: -Genetic factors -Hormonal changes -Scalp infection -Some medications -Certain hairstyles and treatment -Aging Effective treatments for some types of hair loss are available. But some hair loss is permanent. Rogaine is a medication well known to treat pattern baldness just like what just describe.With this treatment, some people experience hair regrowth, a slower rate of hair loss or both. The effect peaks at 16 weeks and you need to keep applying the medication to retain benefits.I think you may give this drug a try. If Roagaine does not help you, you may have to resort to other treatment options like surgery, laser therapy, and wigs or hairpieces.I will also recommend the following: -Eat a nutritionally balanced diet. -Avoid tight hairstyles, such as braids, buns or ponytails. -Avoid compulsively twisting, rubbing or pulling your hair. -Treat your hair gently when washing and brushing. -Avoid harsh treatments. Hope my answer will help you Regards