Advice on Hair Loss Prevention, Treatments and Hair Restoration

Choosing The Right Male Hair Loss Treatment

Choosing the right male hair loss treatment is a key first step to dealing with loss of hair. Most men will opt first for the best non-surgical hair replacement technique they can find. For the vast majority, male balding can be effectively dealt with through treatment with a medication such as Rogaine (minoxidil) or Propecia (finasteride).

A non-surgical technique is generally the first treatment strategy favored by males seeking to replace their lost hair. Because it is less invasive than a surgical option, there is generally no loss of work time and it is best able to generate new growth if you experience common male pattern baldness.

Topical Medications

There are two FDA approved non-surgical options for treatment of male pattern baldness. The first – Rogaine – is an effective technique for men who are losing their hair to stimulate new growth or even replace what has been lost. It is a topical medication that is available over the counter in most drug stores, grocery stores, and large discount retailers. Rogaine is an easy, discreet way to treat baldness at home.

Oral Medications

The other FDA approved non-surgical replacement technique uses the hair loss product Propecia – the best prescription oral medication that can only be used to treat balding in males. Propecia can cause severe birth defects, so women who are or may become pregnant cannot take it or even handle the pills. Regardless of whether you choose Propecia or Rogaine, you must continue to use the medication to maintain any regrowth that occurs.

Have Your Condition Diagnosed

The most common reason that a man will go bald is male pattern baldness, an inherited tendency, but there are other conditions that can cause balding as well. An underlying disease such as diabetes or an autoimmune disorder, or even some medications such as anti-depressants, can cause hair to thin or be lost altogether. This is why it is better to see a doctor to get a correct diagnosis in order to select the best non-surgical treatment or replacement technique available.


 

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