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Minoxidil 5%
Doc has advised 5% once at night along with redensyl serum for 6 month however i am concerned about hair fall post stoppage ? How to taper minoxidil for min hair fall???
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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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Specific medication will improve condition.
Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.
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For proper instructions to treat male pattern baldness please consult online and don't do self treatment
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It's all depends on our response to treatment in nutshell ...get online consultations
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics for better evaluation
Is minoxidil really needed?
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Vashishth Gurjar
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Palanpur
As far as advice we can give on here, we'll recommend you to continue using it as your dermatologist had advised you.
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Continue follow up, and ask for the proper time to either stop or shift it.
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If can't go physically, online consultations are always available on here. With proper advice and specific treatment.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Minoxidil once started has to be used for a specific period to avoid post stoppage hair fall. However, better alternative treatments and medicines are available. Please take online consultation for more details.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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