What should I take note of before using topical applications like Regaine or Rogaine to treat male pattern hair loss (alopecia)?

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Regaine or Rogaine is also known as minoxidil, is used as a topical medication for treating hair loss. Minoxidil is not taken as an oral medication, but as an application for your hair and scalp for the treatment of hair loss. Topical minoxidil is applied twice a day to the affected areas.

How Minoxidil works is by stimulating the blood flow to the affected area which is applied. It can potentially improve the supply of blood and nutrients to your hair follicles, thus boosting the hair density and rate of growth.

As that said, the main side effects are scalp irritation and unwanted growth of facial hair. On top of that, the less common side effects can include headaches, palpitations and flushing.

Regaine or Rogaine is also known as minoxidil, is used as a topical medication for treating hair loss. Minoxidil is not taken as an oral medication, but as an application for your hair and scalp for the treatment of hair loss. Topical minoxidil is applied twice a day to the affected areas.

How Minoxidil works is by stimulating the blood flow to the affected area which is applied. It can potentially improve the supply of blood and nutrients to your hair follicles, thus boosting the hair density and rate of growth.

As that said, the main side effects are scalp irritation and unwanted growth of facial hair. On top of that, the less common side effects can include headaches, palpitations and flushing.

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Why is my hairline receding at 21, and how do doctors diagnose the root cause for hair loss?

Sorry to hear about your plight. Don't worry, there are proven hair loss treatments that work. I diagnose hair loss through a detailed medical consultation involving your personal medical history and medical history. After that, I will examine your scalp for the causes of hair loss. A full physical examination and blood tests might also be necessary to rule out other medical conditions. There are many proven treatments available. The key is an accurate diagnosis so that the appropriate treatments can be used to treat your root cause of hair loss. Hope this helps!

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Do essential oils help with scalp stimulation and hair growth?

To answer your question: essential oils do have mild hair growth stimulating effects, but they are very concentrated and thick, and may cause scalp oiliness and other side effects in the process. Once you stop the oils, the effects are also gone too. Minoxidil does not always have initial hair fall. It is an FDA approved medication for hair growth, and has foam versions to prevent scalp oiliness. Minoxidil is still way superior than essential oils. If you are having female pattern hair loss, I highly suggest for you to go for the tried and tested option.

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