Tag: propecia
Shock Loss After Hair Transplantation
We receive a lot of questions at US Hair Restoration about the use of Minoxidil (Rogaine), and how it affects hair growth after a hair transplant procedure. There are mixed reviews people find on the internet through different websites and blogs about the Foam version of Rogaine. Some say it helps hair growth, others say…
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About Hair Loss
Hair loss and hair thinning is a result of testosterone formed in different areas like the prostate gland or hair follicles, which is converted to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the scalp area. Hair follicles prone to genetic male patterned baldness contain DHT receptors, thus thinning hair and loss of hair can result. Over time men produce…
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Body Building and Hair Loss with Anavar
Q: Good Afternoon Dr. Mohebi, I recently was recommended to go on a medication for body building purposes by my trainer. The medication that I am planning on starting is called ANAVAR (an anabolic steroid). Because I am currently taking Propecia, as prescribed by you, I just wanted run ANAVAR by you to make sure…
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When to Stop Propecia After Hair Transplant
Q: I started the Propecia at the beginning of March (8 months ago), prior to the procedure last March. Should I still be on it? A: It is great to hear from you and I am glad you are happy with the result of your hair transplant. The final result of your hair may still…
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Which Finasteride Works Best for Hair Loss?
Finasteride is the ingredient commonly found in Propecia, a medication used for the treatment of hair loss in men suffering from male pattern baldness. Finasteride is not only used for hair loss. Hair loss prevention is actually the residual side effect of finasteride. The original use of this drug is for prostate enlargement treatment. Finasteride…
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Preventing Male Pattern Baldness
A patient from India once wrote to me in regards to preventing male pattern baldness. He is 18 years old and has noticed that his hair is falling very rapidly. He also noted that he fears that his diet might also be playing a role in his hair loss since he finds himself to be…
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Sex Drive and Propecia Use
Q: I am 30 now and I have been losing my hair since I was 18. I started taking finasteride last year and seen great result after taking it for only a few months. I think I may have been experiencing some side effects. The thing is I noticed that it might have affected my…
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