Dr Dr: I am 59 and suffer from female pattern hair loss and was diagnosed with alopecia in January 2022. The dermatologist prescribed Finasteride and Rogaine and I have been on both since the end of January. In March I also purchased iRestore, a laser helmet and I have been using that every two days for 25 minutes at a time. I do notice a lot of short hair growth on my crown. I’ve been very concerned about the side effects of taking Finasteride and whether the benefit outweighs the risks. I tried to stop taking it once or twice (I’m taking 2.5mg daily) but had a splitting headache when I stopped. Do you think that’s due to stopping Finasteride? How can I safely stop taking it? Perhaps reduce the dose to half what I’m taking for a while and then stop instead of stopping cold Turkey? Thank you so much for the video. If my efforts do not improve I will most definitely consult you for Tricho Stem.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Choo Choo Rosenbloom, I generally don't advise women to take finasteride, as detailed in the video, so I can't recommend you continue taking it. Finasteride, whether it's 5mg or enlarged prostates, or 1mg for pattern hair loss, are both drugs meant for males. You are also taking a higher dosage than what's prescribed for men with pattern hair loss. Your headache cannot be definitively linked to finasteride. I suggest you talk to your prescribing doctor about their reasons for prescribing you a male drug. Also, given your age, your hair loss can be associated with menopause. You can refer to these videos about it: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gWuqpql8m6SyYco.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYOimaZ-abS6ptI.html

@mssherry705

10 ай бұрын

Does a Lazer hamlet work for womens hair lose?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

10 ай бұрын

Hi@@mssherry705, I don't find low-level laser therapy caps to be effective at treating female pattern hair loss. You can refer to this video about it - kzread.info/dash/bejne/oa6mq9NwlrKWdrA.html

Good doctor, can we predict hair loss to some degree? You are very experienced. Based on your experience how do you look at my future? Started going thinning at 14-15 probably. Norwood 2-3 ish at age around 20. Started fin when I was 21. Now 23 and have regrown nothing but yes hair strands look darker and stronger now. What do you think my future looks like ,good doc? Am I 100% gonna go N6-7? My hair looks perfectly fine in crown and back and everyother place except my frontal part

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Shaswata Chatterjee, It's important to remember that pattern hair loss does need constant management to maximize hair thickness and scalp coverage as it cannot be outright cured. You can refer to this video about it -kzread.info/dash/bejne/dGRnl6eceNTSnLw.html

Hello Dr.Prasad. I've been losing a lot of hair since the past 3 years and my dandruff is terrible and no shampoos or medicines are working. I was also diagnosed with insulin excess 2 yrs ago and that was when my hair fall aggravated,but now my insulin levels are normal but my hair loss is still the same. Any suggestions what I should do.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jiophone 2, Sorry to hear about your problem. I suggest you have the cause of your hair loss properly diagnosed by an experienced doctor. If you can't see us for a diagnosis, I suggest you see a local doctor for an examination. You can refer to these videos on how we diagnose and treat female pattern hair loss: kzread.info/dash/bejne/k4iWwaevqpTQebA.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/l316rpNmndXNYKw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html

Hi Doc. I’ve read some articles that finasteride may cause some sexual dysfunction and impotence. What are your thoughts about it? It is worth the risk? Thank you

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lance Irvin, The risk of side effects from finasteride is only about 2% of users, so they’re very rare, and the vast majority of men taking the drug do not have side effects. I’ve had patients on finasteride for over 20 years who have not had side effects, and none of my patients have had long-term side effects. I hope this clarifies things for you.

how likely it is to cause irregularities in periods even if I use 'TOPICAL' finasteride? I'm a 23 year old female having fronto-temporal hair loss.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Shinia Rose, Women don't need to use finasteride to treat female pattern hair loss. You can refer to this video on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

Dr. Is there any other ways other than liposuction and coolsculpting for stubborn lower body fat removal? Not going with diet and exercise,I am already in healthy weight

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Anju m, Limited fat reduction for problem areas may be possible with a laser treatment, but a physical examination is needed before it can be recommended. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Hi doctor, my doctor just prescribed finastride 1mg for one month and told me to do an LFT after one month. Should I take the medication or not? I'm also suffering from hair fall and have taken 2 PRP sessions. Please advise.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Hi Neha Gupta, As the video states, I don't normally prescribe finasteride for female pattern hair loss, and the video shows how I treat the condition without finasteride. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Hey Dr., I startet for my first PRP treament (hair growth/hair loss) for two days ago, and the doctor told me that I need 4 more prp treatments (every 1 month). Should I so stop my treatment because you saying that it’s not gonna help me? And what should I do? I’m a 24 year old … /SM, Denmark.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sa, PRP alone is proven to stimulate hair growth in people with pattern hair loss, so it can help you. However, I don't administer PRP alone because our TrichoStem Hair Regeneration treatment has better, more predictable results, with less treatment sessions, with results lasting 3-5 years, instead of short-term hair growth with PRP alone. You can refer to these videos about the differences between TrichoStem™ Hair Regeneration from PRP alone: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qI51qcN6o9bLp7w.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/qoeBtsZyobndftI.html

@lynnpowell5477

2 жыл бұрын

has it helped?

Hello, I’ve been facing excessive hairfall since last 3 years, an hour after taking second shot of covaxin. Started applying tropical minoxidil 2% after over a year, which stopped working after 11 months of application, then another dermatologist recommended Tugain 5% and finasteride but hairfall has increased after starting them, it has been 73 days of the treatment but it’s awful, I was 19 when my hair started falling and now I’m 22, how to get back my old volume?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

12 күн бұрын

Hi @antttaraa, Sorry to hear about your problem. Your exact cause of hair loss needs to be determined as it's not clear if your doctors diagnosed it based on your message. You can refer to these videos on the different causes of hair thinning, and how we diagnose, and treat female hair loss: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pHt3ss9rpLWfksY.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

Hi doctor, I have thick wavy waist length hair. My problem is I have scalp visibility in hairline which is affecting my confidence as it is visible. I am scared to try minoxidil or PRP. Is there any safe method? If I get 100 hairs in each side of my hairline, i shall be happy

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Enthusiastic Asian, Sorry to hear about your problem. I would have to diagnose the cause of your visible scalp before I can recommend specific treatments. You can refer to this recent video on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

Sir, can you please please tell how much dht is normal which does not cause hair loss. My age is 24 and my dht level is 421pg/ml.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi apoorv singh chouhan, All men have a significant level of DHT in their system, so a blood test isn't a reliable indicator. Male pattern hair loss is caused by DHT-sensitivity, and not all men have a DHT-sensitive scalp. Level of DHT-sensitivity also varies among men, which is seen in the level of aggressiveness of hair loss. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Thanks 😊

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Mel T! I'm glad you found the video helpful.

Dear doctor my hair got thin progressively after my hysterectomy. My dr checked everything and its all fine. I kept my ovaries. Is there any vitamin I can do? I am 41. My dr said its not linked to the operation. I started using Minoxidil.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi petra vazanska, Progressive thinning can be due to female pattern hair loss, as well as menopause. You can refer to these videos on how we diagnose and treat female pattern hair loss, as well as how menopause affects hair growth: kzread.info/dash/bejne/k4iWwaevqpTQebA.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/l316rpNmndXNYKw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYOimaZ-abS6ptI.html

Iam 71 and was just diagnosed with Alopecia,my hair is thinner on the crown of my head, what might be helpful for a women? I have been using Clobetasol Propionate Tropical Solution usp,0.05% ,is there anything else i need to use ,an oral medication too,what do you think?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

10 ай бұрын

Hi @mssherry705, You can refer to these videos on how we diagnose, and treat androgenetic alopecia in women, and how menopause-related hair thinning can also benefit from hormone therapy for thicker hair growth: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYOimaZ-abS6ptI.html

Hi doctor, im 23 unmarried experiencing thinning of hair for 6 yrs. My hair volume is so thin and currently under treatment where my doc prescribed 5mg finestride. Im afraid of consuming after watching ur video! Should I be concerned??

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi parvinshah, 5mg daily is even excessive for male pattern hair loss, as the standard dosage is 1mg daily for men. 5mg is the dosage for enlarged prostates. Even when DHT levels are raised in women, it still not a significant amount to justify finasteride use, in my opinion. The video does show how we can thicken thinning hair in women without the use of finasteride, spironolactone, or minoxidil. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Hi you mentioned non surgical treatment for female hair regeneration can you plz tell which treatment ?? 🙏🏻🙏🏻

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Minaz Tida, The TrichoStem Hair Regeneration treatment is shown in the video, along with its results. You can see more results in these videos: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html

Thank you so much doctor for this video. I was prescribed Finasteride 5mg few days back by my trichologist and I have been going back and forth. I am glad that I have clarity about this now, thank you again :)

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Miss T, 5mg is not meant for even male pattern hair loss treatment, which is 1mg daily. 5mg is for enlarged prostates, and is even excessive for men with pattern hair loss. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@lailab4147

2 жыл бұрын

Did help please? Or not?

@hannahmulligan1103

27 күн бұрын

You can take finasteride for hair loss. Get your blood work done, if DHT is high, finasteride can be prescribed. I have high DHT levels and this causes hairloss, acne, and other symptoms. You have no idea how lucky you are that your doctor prescribed finasteride. DHT does not serve a purpose in women, there is no reason to 'fear' prescribing it. If anything, it just wouldn't be effective. DHT does serve a purpose in men, it should not be prescribed in men if they are worried about side affects for women.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

27 күн бұрын

Hi@@hannahmulligan1103, As explained in the video, finasteride is dangerous for pregnant women because it can affect fetal development of a male child. DHT-levels are generally low even in women who have higher than normal DHT. Heightened testosterone can causes issues like acne, but there are also testosterone blockers like oral contraceptives, and spironolactone. Heightened DHT in women is not a conclusive factor in pattern hair loss in women, and it is DHT-sensitivity that is major factor of hair loss in men, not the level of DHT in the system. Female pattern hair loss can be treated without risks of finasteride. As stated in the video, the risks of finasteride taken by women outweigh the benefits, so I wouldn't call women who are prescribed finasteride "lucky", but if your doctor prescribed it to you, that's between you and your doctor to accept the risks. I hope this clarifies things for you,

Hello Sir my hair is falling a lot, it is breaking from the middle, it is rough and has two ends, the hair that grows also breaks when combed, so i want to know does finaateride helps me or not

@AmiyaPrasadMD

7 ай бұрын

Hi @shivangiverma7161, No, finasteride is a DHT-blocker for progressive hair thinning in men due to genetic pattern hair loss. What you have is not DHT-related, but rather brittle hair, and split ends, which is a hair quality condition. While there are shampoos to help with brittle hair, and split ends, you can may also benefit from more vitamin D and other nutrients to help improve hair health. You can consult with a dermatologist for a proper examination, and recommendations for treatment. I hope this helps you.

I'm taking 1mg oral finasteride for the past 4 months along with topical minoxidil for 4 years. My hairs are still thin and not getting thicker. I have diffuse androgenetic alopecia. Is finasteride not working in my case? my uncle's,father all are bald with damaged donor by the way. How can I proceed further?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi HK, Before I answer your question, are you male or female, because this video is about why I don't prescribe finasteride to women, and diffuse pattern hair loss is mostly associated with female pattern hair loss. Thanks!

@ITZME11592

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD 29Male

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi@@ITZME11592, Minoxidil won't thicken your hair, or stop hair loss, but it appears to delay the hair shedding cycle, and extends the hair growth cycle so you appear to have more hair on your head. You will have to use it daily to sustain these effects, but these effects can also decrease with time even if you use it daily. Since minoxidil delays the hair shedding cycle, and prolongs the hair growth cycle, if you stop using it, you will likely have a significant hair shed. Finasteride is primarily for slowing hair thinning by blocking DHT, with a limited effect, if any, on thickening thinning hair. You can refer to these videos on how we thickened thinning hair and increased scalp coverage in men already on finasteride for years with our TrichoStem Hair Regeneration injection treatment, the limitations of minoxidil, and why our patients don't need to use minoxidil after our treatment: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Zo2j2bKHgtbcZqw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/papslLqMoLTMnqw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/hmmdssZ8lr2Yfso.html

Hi Doctor, I'd be very grateful if you could ask my question. I got from my dermatologist 2,5 mg Finasterid per day. I'm not planning a baby now. However I'm worried that the treatment for (for example) 6 months from now can affect negatively on my pregnancy in the future? Is it dangerous only for pregnant women or those who are sexually active or also for EVERY woman? Thank you :)

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Weronika Potępa, As the video states, I don't prescribe finasteride for women with hair loss in general. It is more dangerous for pregnant women as it can affect male fetal development. However, I don't see why you are prescribed finasteride, and why at such a high dosage, as for men with much higher DHT-levels the typical dosage is only 1mg a day. I suggest you ask your dermatologist for a clear explanation for your prescription. I hope this helps you.

@weronikakatarzynahandzlik6433

2 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD Thank you :)

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome,@@weronikakatarzynahandzlik6433

@daminisingh1825

2 жыл бұрын

Did fin stop ur hairloss? Please reply

Hi Dr, I had been to the dermatologist yesterday for male pattern baldness , she gave me some vitamin tablets....omega 3 flax seed oil... She told me u have dermatitis due to which she did not give minoxidil.... She neither gave me finastride. I need your observation on this.. I m just having frontal thinning and just the start of it.... She gave me option for prp and meso therapy

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ramdas Nair, I'm a bit confused as you are asking about finasteride in a video for female pattern hair loss. Finasteride is needed for cases of early onset of male pattern hair loss, since younger men with pattern hair loss have high DHT-sensitivity, and finasteride is a DHT-blocker. You can refer to this videos on the factors of male pattern hair loss, including DHT-sensitivity; the importance of finasteride; the limits of minoxidil; and how we go beyond finasteride alone in increasing hair thickness and scalp coverage in men: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lmSoxsaDpJm1fag.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/mICHpI-tdZPNk9I.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/papslLqMoLTMnqw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/Zo2j2bKHgtbcZqw.html

@ramdasnair4490

2 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD Hi Dr, I just want your inputs on my case. I am male just 31 years old, I have frontal hair loss and it is just the start of Androgenitic Alopecia... I just referred to a dermatologist 2 days back... As per the doctor I have dermatitis due to which she did not prescribe miniodixil Or finastride... Instead she gave me shampoo and keto lotion... And she gave me Hair expert tablets and omix 3 flax seed oil.... And asked for PRP and mesotherapy... On the next visit after 2 weeks.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi@@ramdasnair4490, Please watch the videos so you know about the factors of male pattern hair loss. I haven't examined your scalp, so I can't confirm the cause of your hair loss, or give you a proper second opinion since I haven't seen you in consultation. You have to understand that your doctor has examined your scalp before recommending treatment, and I have not. I hope this clarifies things for you.

What do you think about the laser light therapy hats and brushes. ? I hope i said that right, i think that's what they're called.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi where to next? I generally don't find them effective. I did an older video about them, for your reference - kzread.info/dash/bejne/oa6mq9NwlrKWdrA.html

@wheretonext7577

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD Thanks. Next time i come in i will talk about it. No one would notice my hair is thin but it's like 75% thinner than it used to be since i took out my thyroid. Thankfully it was insanely thick so its still really only me who would notice. TY

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, @@wheretonext7577 Just let us know if you'd like to have your scalp examined for treatment

@wheretonext7577

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD I was planning Dec / Jan to return to do what I was there to discuss before the pandemic shut the world down. At the time I mentioned it and you said I didn't need anything, I don't remember your wording, but that I had no signs of it or something like that. I'm a woman so I think because my hair is longish that it's not detectable to people who don't know how thick it used to be. Since last year I cut and highlighted it and instead of bangs it's a differentbcut so it's more obvious..to he at least, that thin spit on the sides.. When I come to make the a lot tondinwhat I never was able to do last year ill be sure not to us any brow wow which I started using since I side part it, it's a great trick not just to cover roots but hides any thin spots btw. Thank you for always being so kind and humble, the world needs more people like you ad still looking forward to my first actual plastic surgery and if you feel it appropriate some measure to try to thicken my hair again. Have a blessed day...im not getting the vaccine so I hope that's not going to be a problem. Will see you in winter.

Okie, not for women but what if you have pcos and its androgenic male like pattern hair loss? I have excess testosterone because of my condition

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Hi Edmare23, You can talk to your gynecologist about managing PCOS. Usually, treatment involves balancing hormone levels with an oral contraceptive, which do have testosterone blockers. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Dear Dr, I am 19 and since 14 my hairs started to fall. And till now am facing this issue. I am using minoxidil but my hairs are falling very much. I have small hair on my scalp but when they reach to 4 inches they fall. When I was 14 I start dieting and lost 15 kgs after that I experiencing hairlost. Can you please help me ? 🥺

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Hosai Said, Sorry to hear that, but I would have to diagnose the cause of your hair loss properly first. Pattern hair loss is progressive hair thinning, not hair shedding. Minoxidil won't thicken your hair, or stop hair loss, but it appears to delay the hair shedding cycle, and extends the hair growth cycle so you appear to have more hair on your head. You will have to use it daily to sustain these effects, but these effects can also decrease with time even if you use it daily. Since minoxidil delays the hair shedding cycle, and prolongs the hair growth cycle, if you stop using it, you will likely have a significant hair shed. While minoxidil is not a prescription medication, a doctor should determine the cause of your hair loss before you use any medication for it. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@hosaisaid7831

2 жыл бұрын

So, this means I have female pattern hair lost And I might go bald. There is almost no chance for me.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi@@hosaisaid7831, No, I said I need to diagnose the cause of your hair loss before I would recommend a medication or treatment. If you are shedding hair due to the stress on the body due to dieting, shed hair grows back without medical intervention, and use of minoxidil without a proper diagnosis can cause additional hair shedding. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@Mar-tm7tc

2 жыл бұрын

You’re living my life Fr. Same age and everything except I jus turned 20. And savings my coins now cuz hair loss Fr sucks.

Is it possible to Use minoxidil regularly and did not get results.. I have using minoxidil for 2 years once a day a i'm still lossing my hair.... Please reply

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Omar Alhady, It is possible as minoxidil has a limited effect on hair, does not treat DHT-sensitivity in men, and does not treat hair thinning. You can refer to these videos about the limits of minoxidil, the importance of finasteride for men, and how our TrichoStem Hair Regeneration patients don't need to use minoxidil (but male patients with high DHT-sensitivity are still prescribed finasteride with our treatment): kzread.info/dash/bejne/papslLqMoLTMnqw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/mICHpI-tdZPNk9I.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/hmmdssZ8lr2Yfso.html

Hello sir , I am a female and I have androgenic alopecia ,its been 10years already, and 2months back i have been diagnosed with pcos. M having immense hair loss. please suggest me something

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ayushi Badkul, Female pattern hair loss and PCOS can occur at the same time, but do have separate treatments. PCOS may need hormone therapy, which is best diagnosed and prescribed by a gynecologist. You can refer to these videos on how we diagnose and treat female pattern hair loss: kzread.info/dash/bejne/k4iWwaevqpTQebA.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/l316rpNmndXNYKw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html

Hello Doctor thanks for the info... Doctor I'm 26 years old n my hair line is very receding I'm very embarassed with this problem can you suggest me something to get hair on my hair line please... Can I take this finastrides with out prescription please give me reply

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Hi jessie jessintha ch, Finasteride is strictly a prescription medication, so you need to have a doctor's prescription before taking it. The cause of your hair loss needs to be properly diagnosed before treatment is recommended. You can refer to this video on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

Hi doctor, I'm a 20 year old female suffering from abnormal hair loss for about 1.5 years (no covid). I dyed my hair often before but never had hair loss so I suspect it may be due to stopping birth control (pill then patch) after ~1.5 years. Upon stopping the patch, I suffered from acne for about 8 months before returning to acne-free skin. Another factor may be stress from college. Could stopping birth control be causing my hair loss even though it has already been over a year? P.s. I've watched so many of your videos , thank you for educating the world

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jess L, Thank you for your compliments, thanks for watching! Hormonal changes from using different contraceptives can cause temporary hair loss, and severe stress can cause temporary hair shedding called telogen effluvium. Your hormone levels do need to be checked to see if the hair loss is due to it, but if it is, it should stabilize with hormone levels, so I suggest seeing your gynecologist about it. If it's not, a dermatologist, or a doctor like myself experienced with diagnosing and treating pattern hair loss can diagnose other possible causes. I hope this helps you.

Hello sir,my name Raj kamal I am 17 year-old. I am facing hair loss problem with white bulb at the end of the hair. my hair start fall after typhoid.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Raj kamal Maurya, It is normal to shed 50-100 hairs a day, and they do grow back. The white bulb you are seeing is dead skin, or keratin, and not the hair follicle. Pattern hair loss is when shed hair grows back progressively thinner, and there is a delay in regrowth. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Hello Dr. Im 30 yrs old unmarried girl suffering from FPHL i had tried many treatments like HOMEOPATHY PRP DERMA MEDICINES AND ALL NOW I HAVE CHANGED my Doctor and he had suggested me Finast 5mg for FPHL I HAVE THINNING HAIR AND BALDNESS AT CROWNING AREA More So doctor said i shld inform him whn vll in future if pregnancy is planned So I have a question is it ok to take a girl Finast 5mg regularly does it have side effects in menstrual cycle body facial hair growth breast tenderness as such Pls reply

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Hi Sejal Patel, You can watch the video more closely to see why I don't prescribe finasteride for female pattern hair loss. Also, 5mg is excessive even for men as the standard dosage for male pattern is 1mg daily. 5mg finasteride is for enlarged prostates in men. You can refer to these videos on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss, and how we treat crown hair thinning in men and women without finasteride: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4Oll8h8haawkaQ.html

So would it be best to make an appointment?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Fit Tee, Yes, as with a proper consultation, you do become my patient, and I can make specific treatment recommendations based on a proper diagnosis through a physical examination. Our offices are located in the US in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.nyhairloss.com, or www.trichostem.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.

Hi doc.. After fever i was facing hairfall for 2 months then shedding stopped.. But tat time i went to doc he prescribed me minoxidil and he told me tat fphl bit no family history.. Before i was doing some crash diet and lost some hair..my age is 25 female not yet married.. Am worried abt my lost hair.. After 20 days i stopped minoxidil bcoz it increased my hairloss.. After stopping now my hairfall reduced .. But my scalp os visible ..

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Subha Ravikumar, The genes for pattern hair loss can come from several generations from both sides of your family, so it is possible that you have them from a family member you’ve never even met. It's not clear if have normal hair shedding, or pattern hair loss. Shed hair does grow back, but with pattern hair loss it grows back thinner, and there can be a delay in regrowth. You can refer to this video on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

Hi doctor . I'm female 24 yrs old. I have been diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia and my dermatologist recently prescrived me to take 2.5mg finasteride everyday ? Is it advisable ? If once started with this drug is it true that it should be take for lifetime ?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi shivani balaji, I don't prescribe finasteride to my female pattern hair loss patients, and I don't advise it, as explained in the video. You can refer to these videos on how we diagnose and treat female pattern hair loss: kzread.info/dash/bejne/k4iWwaevqpTQebA.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/l316rpNmndXNYKw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html

@gretchen725

2 жыл бұрын

I was diagnosed with male pattern hair lost, genetic Alopecia, and cc alopecia. Is it ok if I take this? I have no interest in having kids. My dermatologist prescribed me doxycycline 200 ml. Ketoconazole 2% and rover foam 0.5. Also told me to get rogain for men . I been using all for 3 weeks and the rogain since January. Oh plus hair skin and nail vitamins. But this treatment looks like it would really speed up my results. I miss my hair.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi@@gretchen725, You can see how the TrichoStem Hair Regeneration treatment works on female pattern hair loss in the video, without using finasteride. You can also refer to these videos on how it works on women without needing minoxidil (Rogaine), and how we diagnose and treat female pattern hair loss: kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

@daminisingh1825

2 жыл бұрын

@@gretchen725 please update? Finasteride stopped hairloss?

I have been treated with finasteride tablet 1mg finax. I have taking tablets from 2weeks. Now i got irregular periods. Is it common?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi PAL, Since I don't prescribe finasteride to my female pattern hair loss patients, it's best to ask your doctor who prescribed finasteride to you as they may have seen this in their other patients. I hope this helps you.

@pal531

2 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD ok thanks sir

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome,@@pal531

Hello doctor, myself 29yrs old, male.. Recently i have seen sudden greying of my hairs and mild hair thinning on the crown.. I have a dry and itchy scalp with periods of dandruff since childhood.. My genetic family hair history is good, none in my family and 1st degree relative is bald.. No h/o any systemic illness.. Plz give ur suggestion

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi FLYING HORSE, A proper examination is needed to determine if your hair thinning at the crown is male pattern hair loss. The genes for pattern hair loss can come from several generations from both sides of your family, so it is possible that you have them from a family member you’ve never even met. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@flyinghorse9742

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir..

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome,@@flyinghorse9742!

Hey Doc, unable to rrach out to your team for consulatation

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Raja V, Our offices are located in the US in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.nyhairloss.com, or www.trichostem.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.

I am from India going through fphl. If I go through PRP , will it help me

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Deep Shikha, I don’t administer PRP alone for hair loss because it has a limited effect on hair, usually just short-term hair growth. Also, the number of sessions needed does vary, and the longevity of results is unpredictable. TrichoStem™ Hair Regeneration is a PRP combination treatment where PRP is the activator of the main ingredient extracellular matrix by ACell. TrichoStem™ Hair Regeneration is a one-time treatment for most patients, and can last up to 5 years and beyond, depending on the aggressiveness of the hair loss pattern. You don't need repeat injections periodically. PRP injections for hair loss are needed indefinitely. Some TrichoStem™ Hair Regeneration patients with advanced hair loss get a second treatment 15-24 months after the first which we call the booster, but this is already included in the cost of the treatment plan, so you don’t pay extra for it. TrichoStem™ Hair Regeneration patients can stop using minoxidil completely, or be weaned off it to prevent a sudden hair shed. You can refer to these videos about the differences between TrichoStem™ Hair Regeneration from PRP alone: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qI51qcN6o9bLp7w.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/qoeBtsZyobndftI.html

Dear Dr, I’m a 29 years old female. I went to Dr specialist Hair & skin , and the doctor was given me 1mg finasteride, but I just found a fact about finas is a not recommended for women😢 . Please give me a solution. I’m female but I’m single ( Im not pregnant) Should I consumed finas or not? Thank you

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Hi yoobin asashi, You can refer to the video for how we treat female pattern hair loss without finasteride.

Why was my comment removed?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi John Doe, I don't recall seeing your comment. What was it about?

Doc, is there any way possible to get PRP treatment for hair regroth while on a steroid cycle for a bodybuilding show! Or will This be not worth it, meaning will This work!? I would highly appreciate your answer

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Omar Quirarte, Sorry, but as a doctor I can't encourage steroid use without a medical prescription.

Hi doctor. What is the signs of hair follicles damaged. Does falllen hair with black bulb at the end means permanent hair loss?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi ROHINTRAN SARAVANAN, The black bulb at the end of the hair is not the hair follicle, but part of the hair shaft. Shedding 50-100 hairs a day is normal as those hairs do grow back. Pattern hair loss happens when shed hair grows back thinner with every growth cycle, until it grows back very thin, then stops growing altogether. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@rohintransaravanan5802

2 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD So what ia the signs of damaged hair follicles doctor?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi@@rohintransaravanan5802, Usually when hair stops growing in a specific area, like a bald patch. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@PurnimaDasSaha

5 ай бұрын

​@@AmiyaPrasadMDhi doctor mera hair white blub k Sathe fall ho raha hai ..or hair thin ho raha hai or waha regrowth bhi nahi ho raha hai Khali ho raha hai mai kya karu doctor

@PurnimaDasSaha

5 ай бұрын

​@@AmiyaPrasadMDpls reply doctor

Hi sir...sir does finasteride can cause facial hair growth in females?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi himanshu sharma, A DHT-blocker like finasteride is actually prescribed for some women who are experiencing excessive facial hair growth due to higher than normal DHT-levels. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Does Estrodot HRT help with hair growth, its HRT for trans women and cis women?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi L Lambert, Lower estrogen levels after age 50 is a common cause of hair thinning, as well as other health issues in women. Hormone replacement therapy after age 50 can help with other health issues, and improved quality of life, along with thicker hair growth, so I suggest you talk to your medical doctor about how HRT can help you. I hope this clarifies things for you.

My doctor again suggest me to have finasteride.. Am unmarried age 29 . I have gone hair transplant but again it's shedding

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Hi Sarkar S, If you're female, I explain in detail in the video why finasteride is generally not appropriate for women. You can watch the video more closely for my thoughts about it.

Hello doctor im 18 year old i have massive hair fall. Im loosing a lot of hair from my crown region should i take Finasteride at this young age? Please tell me as it reduces my confidence

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 ай бұрын

Hi @ananyasingh8560, Sorry to hear about your problem. As described in the video, finasteride is a prescription DHT-blocker, and women even with pattern hair loss don't have a significant level of DHT in their system, so it wouldn't be effective, and this is not even considering the danger it has for women who are pregnant with a male fetus. You can refer to these videos on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss; and how we treat pattern hair loss in women without minoxidil, or the testosterone-blocker spironolactone: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html

@ananyasingh8560

3 ай бұрын

​@@AmiyaPrasadMDhello doc The hair specialist where I went to only gave me antihair fall shampoo. I don't know what to do it's not even helping even after everything I'm losing my hair my mom and dad have very dense hair unlike me, so it's not genetic I guess. I don't know what to do it really takes away all my confidence and has made me an introvert. Please help me by suggesting some medicine or something please help.

@ananyasingh8560

3 ай бұрын

​@@AmiyaPrasadMDi watched the video it was helpful but how do I cure it? Can I email you some photos and can you diagnose it, I am F 18, Indian.

@ananyasingh8560

3 ай бұрын

​@@AmiyaPrasadMDI am also regularly oiling my hair

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 ай бұрын

Hi@@ananyasingh8560, I hope you understand from watching the video that it is not possible to diagnose your cause of hair loss from pictures alone, as there are more causes of hair thinning in women than there are for men, including conditions like PCOS/PCOD that need additional testing to confirm. If you have genetic pattern hair loss, it's hardwired into your DNA, so it can't be completely cured, but it can be managed to maximize hair thickness, and scalp coverage (as shown in the video). You can refer to these videos about the different causes of hair thinning in women; and why genetic pattern hair loss cannot be completely cured, but it can be managed to maximize hair: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pHt3ss9rpLWfksY.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/dGRnl6eceNTSnLw.html

Hi doctor...i have pcod so is it advisable to use finasteride?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Saju P chemparathy, No, finasteride is not used to treat PCOD. PCOD is usually treated by a gynecologist, who may prescribe the contraceptive pill as it does contain testosterone blockers, but a DHT-blocker like finasteride is not appropriate for PCOD. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@sajupchemparathy5587

2 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD ok sir...but i meant for hair loss

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi@@sajupchemparathy5587, As stated on the title of the video, finasteride is not appropriate for female pattern hair loss. You can watch the video more closely for details explaining why. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Is this can be prescribed to women if they have completed the family and don't want more children? I'm a female with pcos and yaz. I want finesteride in uk.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

9 ай бұрын

Hi @ghanwashahid9405, Finasteride may still not be effective for your situation as DHT-levels in women, even comparatively elevated levels, are generally very low. If by yaz you mean oral contraception, than that's one of the usual treatments for PCOS. If hair thinning persists with hormone therapy for PCOS, you should be properly diagnosed for possible concurrent female pattern hair loss. You can refer to this video on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

@ghanwashahid9405

9 ай бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD my androstenedione is high but testosterone is normal. My androstenedione is 4

@AmiyaPrasadMD

9 ай бұрын

Hi@@ghanwashahid9405, Finasteride only blocks dihydrotestosterone (DHT) formation. Androstenedione is also important for estrogen formation, so you can consult your gynecologist about it, and they can determine if hormone therapy is needed. I hope this helps you.

Am at india.. Is it possible to consult you?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Hi Sarkar S, Consultations are by appointment only, and can be done in our offices, or remotely through Skype or FaceTime. Consultations need to be scheduled by contacting our offices, or through our websites by filling out a contact form. A consultation fee is required before the appointment date is set, but the consultation fee can be deducted from the cost of treatment. Our offices are located in the US in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.nyhairloss.com, or www.trichostem.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.

Hlo doctor I am 27 years old .. I am suffering from pcod and also I have a female pattern hair loss..My endocrinologist prescribed finast 5mg is it safe for me ...

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nadiya Rather, While I don't prescribe finasteride for female pattern hair loss, I suggest you consult with your endocrinologist about taking finasteride as I don't know the full details of your issues you are having treated. I hope this helps you.

@mavis21

Жыл бұрын

Hlo Nadiya, I am 33 yrs old married women , i too had female hair loss and i was too administered with finasteride for some time ,later on i avoided it . So some of the effects i witnessed are irregular periods , all day fatigue, body hair growth and also there was decrease in libido ( sexual desire ) .But you should still consult your doctor and be sure about it 👍.

@bijulabl5719

11 ай бұрын

Hi mavis.. I am 30 female.. and I was diagnosed with pcos too and male pattern hair loss.. can I take finsateride.. my endocrinologist suggested so

@AmiyaPrasadMD

11 ай бұрын

Hi@@bijulabl5719, I suggest you see your gynecologist about treating hair thinning due to PCOS, as they can start you on hormone therapy, which usually is just oral contraceptives. You need to ask a doctor about finasteride as it is a prescription medication, but as explained in the video, I generally don't prescribe finasteride for women. I hope this clarifies things for you.

Hi doctor i am 20 years old my doctor is prescribed topical finesteride 0.025℅ including minoxidil 5 ℅ and iused it 1bottle my question is that righ now i want to pregnant will it harm birth defects?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

6 ай бұрын

Hi @jubaidaakter3571, Finasteride is a DHT-blocker, and DHT is important for the development of a male fetus, which is why finasteride is not prescribed for women wanting to get pregnant. You need to coordinate with your prescribing doctor about finasteride cessation, and when it's a safe time for you to conceive. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@jubaidaakter3571

6 ай бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD sir will it cause birth control?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

6 ай бұрын

Hi@@jubaidaakter3571, Finasteride is not a contraceptive, but it can harm male fetal development, so you need to coordinate with your doctor about stopping use, and a safe time to conceive. I don't prescribe finasteride to my female patients. I hope this clarifies things further for you.

This video is a plug for your tricho stem treatment and u omit to discuss the costs of this treatment

@AmiyaPrasadMD

10 ай бұрын

Hi @joyceffc62, Our cost for any procedure is not discussed in our videos, or listed on our websites because the cost of the TrichoStem Hair Regeneration treatment varies with the extent of treatment needed. Cost of the treatment plan also includes the second booster treatment, if needed in advanced hair loss cases, as well regular follow ups to monitor your progress, either in our offices or through Skype, FaceTime or email. At its full cost, TrichoStem Hair Regeneration is priced at about half of a single FUT hair transplant, or about a third of an FUE transplant performed in the US. You can contact our offices or our websites for a price range. Our offices are located in the US in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.nyhairloss.com, or www.trichostem.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.

Hi am 33 yr old can i use tab finax 1 mg

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi anu.. pandey, As explained in the video, I generally don't prescribe finasteride to women. You can refer to this video on how we diagnose, and treat female pattern hair loss - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZIucp66ylc6tZKQ.html

@mavis21

2 жыл бұрын

U can consult a endocrinologist for it ,some dr. give it in rare cases . However, using it may cause decrease in ur libido , may be irregular periods and even body hair growth.

Hello doctor Im a female using minoxidil 5% and now I want to add finastride pills to minoxidil what do you think?

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Menel Ben, As stated in the video, I generally do not prescribe finasteride to women. You can look into the video more closely as to why I don't. You can also refer to this video on how we treat female pattern hair loss without the need for minoxidil, or spironolactone - kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html

If fin works for me and I’m not sexually active and have no plan to have kids.. there’s no problem, right ? I don’t wanna stop and try something else because fin is working for me.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

2 жыл бұрын

Hi 졔리Jelly, It's not clear if you are male or female since you are commenting on a video about finasteride not being recommended for women. The fact is that a very small percentage of men report side effects from finasteride, and the vast majority have no side effects. As long as you are male, and have a doctor's prescription for finasteride, there is no problem with you continuing it. I hope this clarifies things for you.

@daminisingh1825

2 жыл бұрын

Hairloss stopped? Did u grow some?

God damn. This doctor has an amazing head of hair. He has more hair than me lmao.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment, Rebecca A! Much appreciated!

Cyproterone acetate and spironolactone I think.are prescribed to woman

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Akash Duggal, While some doctors do prescribe testosterone blockers like spironolactone to treat female pattern hair loss, they are usually not that effective. You can refer to these other videos about why testosterone blockers are also not consistently effective for treating female pattern hair loss: kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaiyaxqkZitedo.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/n39mzph8c9OThLg.html

@akashduggal1634

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmiyaPrasadMD I see. So oral estrogen seems like a better option.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 жыл бұрын

Hi@@akashduggal1634, Supplemental estrogen does help women with menopause-related hair loss, but I don't prescribe it to younger women with female pattern hair loss. I hope this clarifies things for you.

It’s misleading to say women have a relatively low level of testosterone imo. Women have relatively low testosterone in comparison to men. However, women have a much higher amount of testosterone in their bodies than estrogen. So if we’re not comparing women to men, then women do have a relatively high level of testosterone in comparison to estrogen. It is the most abundant sex hormone in women’s bodies, and the precursor for estrogen is testosterone. Most people don’t realize this because testosterone is measured in nanograms per deciliter. Estrogen is measured in picograms per milliliter. If you do the conversion, you can see that the total volume of testosterone in women’s bodies is much higher than estrogen. If we can’t say that the level of estrogen in women’s bodies is relatively small, then we can’t say the level of testosterone is relatively small. We must say it is relatively large. Unless we are making, the grave error of comparing women to men. So this reasoning for not treating women appears to be based on a fallacy.

@AmiyaPrasadMD

3 ай бұрын

Hi @pach1119, You misheard what I said in the video, as finasteride is a DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE-blocker (DHT), not a testosterone blocker. Women are prescribed the testosterone-blocker spironolactone routinely for acne treatment, and the contraceptive pill is a testosterone-blocker. I hope this clarifies things for you.