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Is Female Hair Loss due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Reversible?
Monday, September 28, 2009

Women with PCOS are more susceptible to pattern baldness due to the overabundance of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), the hormone responsible for androgenic alopecia (genetic hair loss). If PCOS is properly and successfully treated, there is a chance that thinning hair will...
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Unwanted Facial Hair Growth with Minoxidil 5% in Women with Hair Loss
Monday, September 28, 2009

Just as Rogaine (minoxidil) can strengthen and thicken scalp hair, it can also do the same for facial or body hair. I'm sure this unwanted side effect is more prominent since you appear to a good responder to the hair loss medication. Since neither hair loss treatment can grow hair where no root exists, Rogaine is simply...
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Why Rogaine Foam May Treat Hair Loss in the Hairline and Top of the Scalp
Thursday, September 24, 2009

Rogaine foam (minoxidil) can only market successful hair regrowth in the crown because the FDA has only approved it for that purpose based on the efficacy tests provided. However, many hair loss sufferers have used Rogaine to strengthen miniaturizing hair in the hairline and on the top of the balding scalp. In my opinion, if you have thinning hair...
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How Soon Before Rogaine for Hair Loss Delivers Hair Regrowth?
Wednesday, September 23, 2009

It's recommended to use Rogaine (minoxidil) foam or liquid for at least 4 months before making an official evaluation of successful hair loss treatment. However, considering it takes time for hair follicles to produce new and/or thicker hair, it may be worth extending its use to 6 months...
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Are Organic Hair Loss Treatments Successful in Hair Regrowth?
Sunday, September 20, 2009

Without knowing in particular which hair growth products you're referring to, just know that there are a number of so called herbal and organic hair loss treatments making bold but unsubstantiated claims of hair regrowth. To date, only Propecia (finasteride - men only) and Rogaine (minoxidil) are proven and FDA approved treatments...
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Hair Loss Cures for Alopecia Areata?
Sunday, September 13, 2009

Unfortunately, there is no cure for Alopecia Areata. However, in many cases, this type of hair loss does return on it’s own several months after the condition starts. If you haven’t already, you may want to consult with a dermatologist who can go over additional hair loss treatment options with you...
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Proscar and Other Drugs not FDA Approved for Hair Loss
Wednesday, September 09, 2009

There is no law against consumers using medication for other conditions and/or dosages of medication higher or lower than what's FDA approved. It's only illegal for drug companies to promote medication for conditions other than what's been FDA approved...
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Will Hair Loss Medication Stop Hair Shedding?
Tuesday, September 08, 2009

hair loss is progressive and unpredictable, Propecia (finasteride) and Rogaine (minoxidil) are proven to slow down and/or stop hair loss in the majority of those who use them regularly. Thus, if you have any natural hair left on the top of your head, using one of both of these baldness treatments may...
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When Hair Loss Sufferers are Comfortable
Wednesday, September 02, 2009

"Ditching the hat" is a very personal thing. When you're ready will depend on your hair restoration goals and expectations of your hair replacement procedures. While some patients are satisfied with a thinning appearance and would be ready to ditch the hat after a single procedure, some want more density before they're comfortable enough to be rid of it completely...
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