Does Finasteride Increase Breast Tumor Risk in Women?
Is there a correlation between taking Ropinirole and breast tumors? I am a female experiencing androgenetic alopecia and have been taking Finasteride (commonly known as Propecia) for nearly two years as directed by my physician. Recently, I underwent a breast ultrasound that reve...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Ropei does not contain estrogen. I am not sure about other questions, but you can discuss them with your breast surgeon.[Read More] Does Finasteride Increase Breast Tumor Risk in Women?
Can You Reduce Minoxidil Use After Hair Regrowth? Expert Insights
Duration and frequency of use for hair growth lotion? 1. After confirmation by a physician, the hair loss was diagnosed as androgenetic alopecia. I have been using Minoxidil 2% out of pocket for over two months, and there has been gradual improvement. I would like to ask if, afte...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the usage of Minoxidil hair growth solution, you can refer to the article from Mojelim Hair Restoration Clinic at https://www.mojelim.com.tw/news_detail.php?id=44. Typically, noticeable hair growth effects can be observed after 4-6 months of use; however, discont...[Read More] Can You Reduce Minoxidil Use After Hair Regrowth? Expert Insights
Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Medication Effects and Alternatives
Inquiry about male pattern baldness and medications? Hello, in recent years, I have been experiencing hair loss and visited the hospital. After a blood test, the doctor found that I have iron and zinc deficiencies (ferritin 28, zinc 680), but also noted that my hair loss appears ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If male pattern baldness is confirmed, a combination of oral medication and topical hair growth solutions will yield the best results.[Read More] Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Medication Effects and Alternatives
Concerns About Hair Loss Treatment: Will Minoxidil Make It Worse?
Inquiry about hair growth lotion? Hello Doctor, my family mentioned that I have less hair at the crown of my head, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor said I don't need medication and prescribed me Minoxidil to apply. However, I want to ask, since no one at school really t...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
I haven't observed your hair loss situation, so I'm not sure if it will continue to worsen without treatment.[Read More] Concerns About Hair Loss Treatment: Will Minoxidil Make It Worse?
Understanding Hair Thinning in Teenagers: Causes and Solutions
Thinning hair on the crown in a third-year junior high school student? Currently, a ninth-grade student has slightly thinning hair on the top of their head. It's not as severe as elderly baldness, but it is noticeably sparse. Classmates often comment that I am balding. I sus...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Is there hope? It depends on the examination; if necessary, a check-up is recommended. It is advised to seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Hair Thinning in Teenagers: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Female Hair Loss: Causes and Concerns for Young Women
Frontal hair loss I am a 23-year-old female. My mother and grandfather do not have baldness, but my father does. Last year and the year before, I experienced two episodes of significant hair loss over a short period (lasting about a month each time). After consulting a dermatolog...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Whether it is male pattern baldness or hair loss caused by other reasons, a preliminary assessment can only be made through examination. It is recommended that you consult a nearby dermatologist for an evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Female Hair Loss: Causes and Concerns for Young Women
Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Male Pattern Baldness or Telogen Effluvium?
Oral isotretinoin, hair loss, folliculitis? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing hair loss after taking oral isotretinoin for 4.5 months. I stopped the medication two months ago, but there hasn't been a noticeable improvement. I visited a large hospital where the doctor br...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
These two types of hair loss are completely different symptoms. I cannot respond to your situation without seeing it; an actual examination is necessary to determine the cause.[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss: Is It Male Pattern Baldness or Telogen Effluvium?
Understanding Alopecia Areata: Treatment Options and Progress
Alopecia areata Hello, Doctor. In mid-January of 2022, I discovered a round bald spot on my scalp about the size of a coin. By April 2022, I noticed four additional bald spots, each gradually enlarging to about the size of a ten-dollar coin. I have been returning to the dermatolo...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If local injections are ineffective, it may be necessary to consider treatment with immunomodulators.[Read More] Understanding Alopecia Areata: Treatment Options and Progress
Understanding Severe Hair Loss: Causes, Treatments, and Solutions
Severe hair loss Hello, Doctor. I noticed abnormal hair loss starting around November last year, with a small bald patch in my bangs. I later visited a dermatologist who diagnosed me with alopecia areata. I've been receiving scalp injections every two weeks, taking corticost...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If the scalp injection treatment is not effective, you can discuss the feasibility of oral immunosuppressants with your physician.[Read More] Understanding Severe Hair Loss: Causes, Treatments, and Solutions
Increased Hair Loss: Understanding Pubic and Armpit Hair Shedding
Loss of pubic and axillary hair? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have noticed that I am losing more pubic hair and underarm hair than before. I used to not lose much hair in those areas. What could be the cause of this situation?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
You should seek medical attention, as it could be a more severe case of alopecia areata.[Read More] Increased Hair Loss: Understanding Pubic and Armpit Hair Shedding
Understanding Mild Male Pattern Baldness and Seborrheic Dermatitis
Mild signs of male pattern baldness? Hello, doctor. Today I visited a dermatologist and informed the doctor that my scalp is very itchy and I have been experiencing flaking. I also feel that my hairline is receding a bit. The doctor examined my scalp and asked me to pull my bangs...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Male pattern baldness is not a disease and should be discussed with a physician based on individual needs regarding treatment options. If treatment is desired, it is advisable to consult a dermatologist.[Read More] Understanding Mild Male Pattern Baldness and Seborrheic Dermatitis
Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Causes and Alternative Treatments
Severe hair loss? Doctor, I just visited a physician who informed me that my hair loss is severe. If anemia or other physical factors are ruled out, it may be androgenetic alopecia. I would like to know how androgenetic alopecia typically develops. Additionally, are there any met...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
There is generally a genetic predisposition, and it can be treated, with earlier intervention being better.[Read More] Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Causes and Alternative Treatments
Understanding Hair Loss and Sparse Eyebrows: Causes and Concerns for Young Men
Hair loss (M-shaped receding hairline on both sides of the forehead + loss of widow's peak) + thinning eyebrows (near the nasal area)? Hello doctors, I would like to inquire if there are any other potential causes for my hair loss and eyebrow loss aside from my current medic...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Male pattern baldness and alopecia areata are completely different types of hair loss, and one must see them to understand the distinction.[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss and Sparse Eyebrows: Causes and Concerns for Young Men
Managing Hair Thinning and Loss Due to MS Medication Side Effects
Hair thinning - hair loss I would like to ask the doctor, I have an autoimmune disease (MS), and the medication (AUBAGIO) has side effects including thinning hair and hair loss. Currently, I feel that my hairline is receding at the forehead, and I also have sparse bangs. I would ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Is it necessary to check if the hair loss is related to the immune system, or is it simply androgenetic alopecia?[Read More] Managing Hair Thinning and Loss Due to MS Medication Side Effects
Understanding Male Pattern Baldness Treatment: Do You Need a Doctor's Consultation?
Treatment for Male Pattern Baldness Hello Dr. Wu, I started experiencing hair loss due to work-related stress in 2010. My hair is fine, my scalp is oily, and I need to wash my hair daily. I have seen a doctor who diagnosed me with androgenetic alopecia. At that time, the doctor s...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional, as this is a prescription medication.[Read More] Understanding Male Pattern Baldness Treatment: Do You Need a Doctor's Consultation?
Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Symptoms, Causes, and Concerns
Male pattern baldness? Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed that some of the hair I’ve lost has become finer and seems to be falling out more than before. After researching online, I found that it could be a case of androgenetic alopecia. I took some photos of my crown area, and it...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to determine the issue. If you are very concerned, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. Only after an examination can the problem be identified and addressed.[Read More] Understanding Male Pattern Baldness: Symptoms, Causes, and Concerns
Understanding Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery: Causes and Treatments
I would like to inquire about severe hair loss issues, specifically regarding hair loss as a side effect resulting from other surgeries and their associated complications? I would like to inquire about the issue of severe hair loss, which has been a side effect resulting from oth...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For a detailed introduction to Finasteride and Dutasteride, you can refer to the article by Med's good friend at https://www.medpartner.club/dutasteride-finasteride-comparison-androgenetic-alopecia/. The indications for the four medications mentioned are all for andro...[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery: Causes and Treatments
Exploring Treatment Options for Severe Alopecia Areata: A Patient's Dilemma
Severe alopecia areata Hello! I would like to ask on behalf of my 32-year-old girlfriend. She previously received scalp injections for a year, but her condition has worsened, and now only the top of her head remains with hair, although she continues to experience hair loss. She h...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Is there active treatment? It's been a year, and I'm afraid of not being able to fully recover. Steroid treatment is sometimes necessary. If it's very bothersome, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Exploring Treatment Options for Severe Alopecia Areata: A Patient's Dilemma
Is a Visual Diagnosis of Male Pattern Baldness Reliable?
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? I consulted a doctor regarding my one-sided hair loss issue, but the doctor just looked at it and concluded that it was androgenetic alopecia. Is this reliable? Thank you.
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Male pattern baldness is primarily a clinical diagnosis and does not require blood tests or laboratory examinations.[Read More] Is a Visual Diagnosis of Male Pattern Baldness Reliable?
Can Lifestyle Changes Reverse Thinning Hair Roots?
Regarding thinning hair roots? I just visited a dermatologist, and the doctor mentioned that I have an issue with thinning hair follicles, which is one of the signs of androgenetic alopecia. I would like to ask if improving my lifestyle, controlling my diet, and increasing scalp ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Active treatment is usually required for improvement.[Read More] Can Lifestyle Changes Reverse Thinning Hair Roots?