By Brandon Ross, MD on Oct 4, 2007 in Laser Therapy, Minoxidil (Rogaine), Propecia, finasteride, hair loss | 0 Comments
Question:
I’ve had a thinning spot on the top of my head for almost 10 years.
I’ve been using Minoxidil and Finasteride since 2004, and the combination seems to be working. I may have a little regrowth, but the important thing is that the spot seems not to be growing.
My question is this: Is there anything [...]
By John Cole, MD on Sep 28, 2007 in Hair Transplant, Minoxidil (Rogaine), hair loss, womens hair loss | 0 Comments
Question:
Hello,
I hope you answer my question. My 12 yrs. old daughter has been diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia. Her hair has been thinning in the front and at the temples. We have been using the 2% Rogaine for 3 weeks, as recommended by her dermatologist. The hair in the back of her head seems normal. This [...]
By Paul J. McAndrews, MD on Aug 15, 2007 in Hair Transplant, Minoxidil (Rogaine), Propecia, hair loss | 0 Comments
Question:
Why do I need to use Propecia and Rogaine? Why can’t I just have a hair transplant?
Answer:
The simplest way to answer these questions is to give you an analogy. A dentist does not prevent tooth decay, toothpaste prevents tooth decay. Just like tooth decay, hair loss is a progressive disease for men [...]
By Bradley Wolf, MD on Jul 27, 2007 in Minoxidil (Rogaine), Post Hair Restoration Surgery | 0 Comments
Question:
I just bought some minoxidil in the form of Rogaine foam and it says not to apply it to any areas of my scalp but the back. My problem area is the front and middle. Should I not use minoxidil, not use this form of minoxidil, or should I just use Rogaine any where that [...]
By Bradley Wolf, MD on Jul 27, 2007 in Hair Transplant, Minoxidil (Rogaine), Post Hair Restoration Surgery, Propecia | 0 Comments
Question:
I had hair restoration surgery performed by Dr. Wolf in June 2006 (about 1 year ago). I am satisifed with the results, but I am wondering if there is any continuing maintenance I should know about.
I have been using regular shampoo, going in the sun, etc. Are there ways to maximize the results [...]