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Asked for male, 22 years old from Visakhapatnam
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Hi.

We can only save the existing hair with medication which need to be taken continuously on and off to prevent hairloss.

It's normal to loose up to 100 hair per day, and in most people, those hairs grow back. But many men -- and some women -- lose hair as they grow older. You can also lose your hair if you have certain diseases, such as thyroid problems, diabetes, or lupus. If you take certain medicines or have chemotherapy for cancer, you may also lose your hair. Other caus...more
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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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C.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.S

Cardiologist•Alappuzha
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Minoxidil or tugain solution 2% will work for existing hair growth in female,and Minoxidil is the only drug which is FDA-approved to treat female pattern baldness. It works by prolonging the growth phase of the hair follicles, Yang says. It's recommended that women use minoxidil 2%, while men can use the 5% formula. In most women, minoxidil slows down or stops hair loss
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Asked for female, 23 years old from Kolkata
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MBBS, MD - Dermatology, Fellowship In An...read more

Dermatologist•Pune
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Only plain biotin won't work. You may need other iron tab, B12 and Vit D3 supplements too along with topical application.
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Asked for male, 22 years old from Jammu
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Dermatologist•Noida
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Hair loss from the hairline or crown can occur due to many reasons, more commonly due to-
- hormonal effect
- nutrition - lifestyle imbalance
- stress
- medical conditions, fever
the exact reason can be found out by taking detailed history and hair analysis. Accordingly, anti hairloss medicines, hair specific multivitamins, lotions and gels are prescribed.
Many non surgical external treatments are available that show good results and can prevent hair transplant.
These...more
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Asked for male, 30 years old from Delhi
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General Physician•Fatehabad
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Hi lybrate-user, Ayurveda can offer a holistic approach to healthy hair by arresting hair loss. Ayurvedic remedies like natural hair care with herbs can boost hair growth. Simple changes in dietary habits can also have a positive effect. Here are some hair care tips as an Ayurvedic solution for hair growth to give you gorgeous, flowing locks.
1. Amla - Since one of the reasons for hair loss could be impurities in your blood, opt for amla or amlaki for its purifying power. Indian gooseberry i...more
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MD - Homeopathy, BHMS

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Hello lybrate-user.
Actually I have not seen any patient having such good effects of minoxidil.
Very few patients report initial benefits followed by the same problem.
So better use it with proper homoeopathic treatment if you want lasting results.
You can consult me at Lybrate.
Asked for male, 58 years old from Chennai
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MD - Homeopathy, BHMS

Homeopath•Vadodara
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It has some side effects.
And it does not help much in hairfall.
For better results take proper homoeopathic treatment.
You can consult me at Lybrate.
Till then take
natrum mur 200 one dose.
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Homeopath•Sindhudurg
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Hairfall in men has its genesis in androgenetic alopecia, or Male Baldness which happens due to sensitivity of dihydrotestosterone (a by-product of testosterone). Men get receding hairlines and baldness due to hereditary factors. Stress and lifestyle also has a big role to play in hairfall in men. Higher intake of proteins coupled with exercises can help put a check on hairfall.. Most of us dread the thought of breaking endless hair strands each time we comb or brush. With the winter season sett...more
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