Hair loss, Dermatology FAQ

Female hair loss Hello doctor, I experienced significant hair loss last year. The hair on the crown and the back of my head appears normal, but my bangs have noticeably thinned out. After applying 5% minoxidil for six months, I have seen some fine hairs grow along my hairline, bu...

The efficacy of physical and pharmacological treatments for male pattern baldness is limited? Hello, doctor. Some of my family members have severe male pattern baldness, including my aunt, uncle, and grandmother. I started experiencing early-onset male pattern baldness at around ...

Is Spironolactone helpful for male pattern baldness? Hello Doctor, I have "central serous chorioretinopathy" and I am currently taking Spironolactone. Unfortunately, I was recently diagnosed with male pattern baldness. Typically, treatments for male pattern baldness inv...

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...

Is there a misdiagnosis of lupus erythematosus? Recently, I went to the hospital for urine and blood tests. The doctor indicated that the urine protein levels were elevated. After the first blood test, the doctor suspected systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and recommended furthe...

Cryotherapy for warts I recently underwent cryotherapy and am now on my second session, but I've noticed hair loss. Is this normal? How long will the hair loss last? I'm really worried.

Hair loss issues? Hello, doctor. Recently, I turned 30, and a year ago, my hairstylist mentioned that my hair density was decreasing. I've also noticed signs of inflammation lately, and I've observed a significant increase in hair loss while washing my hair. Although I ...

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 ...

Itchy scalp leading to bleeding from scratching? If you scratch your scalp until it bleeds, will there still be hair in that area? If hair is pulled out and a scab forms, will it grow back? I often pull my hair (after washing, when it's about to fall out from the follicles);...

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...

Boswellia and pumpkin seed oil Hello doctor, due to the possibility of slight hair loss, I have started taking finasteride, but I am concerned about the potential side effects. I would like to ask if pumpkin seed oil can be a substitute for finasteride?

The issue of changes in hair loss after starting to use topical minoxidil? Hello, doctor. I have been worried about my thinning hair since my university days. (I tend to be the type of person who gets anxious when I notice any thinning.) Since college, I have developed a habit of...

Starting to address the changes in hair loss after discontinuing medication? Hello, doctor. I have been worried about my thinning hair since my university days. (I tend to worry a lot when I notice my hair looks sparse.) Since college, I have developed a habit of using Japanese h...

Hair regrowth after trichotillomania improvement? I previously experienced trichotillomania due to academic pressure, but now that the stress has decreased, it has improved significantly. I still occasionally pull my hair, but there are noticeable bald spots along my hairline and...

Hair loss and iron deficiency? Hello doctor, I am experiencing hair loss issues. Earlier this year, I had some improvement, but I started losing hair again in March. I had a blood test that showed my ferritin level is 37 ng/mL. The normal range for females seems to be 11.0-306.8 ...

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...

Hand sanitizer applied to the eyeball? Hello, doctor: I just accidentally washed my eyeball with hand sanitizer, and now I'm worried about whether my eyelashes might fall out or if the hair follicles could be harmed. I found online that someone used hand sanitizer to bathe t...

Scalp Sunburn Care/Sunburn Treatment Hello Dr. Wu, I have been exposed to the sun for a long time recently, and my scalp has started to feel itchy. I would like to ask you some professional questions. I have done some online research, but the information wasn't very clear. ...

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...

Can Ropinirole and Sildenafil be taken together? Hello Dr. Wu! Recently, I was diagnosed with male pattern baldness and started taking Finasteride. However, I am currently taking Cialis 5mg daily for sexual function maintenance. Are there any interactions between Finasteride and ...