HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients
Book a video visit
HealthTap
Telehealth
A member asked:

I'm losing my hairs just on both sides of my head. what can i do/use to prevent hair loss and promote new hair growth? i'm 26yr..

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Antoanella Calame answered

Specializes in Pathology

Rogaine (minoxidil): I usually prescribe rogaine, (minoxidil) but it depends on the severity. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so they can make a proper diagnosis and give you more suggestions that best suit you.

Answered 10/1/2013

4.9k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

I have read that green tea aids in weight loss, clears skin, prevents cancer, and stimulates hair growth. Are these proven benefits? Which is true?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Why do we lose hair in time? Does age affect hair growth and the follicles? Is there a remedy to prevent it? My hair is a disaster. It's frizzy too!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Im losing my hairs and im 21 years old. I have dandruff in my hairs. Please tell me what can I do to prevent hair loss.?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

I've been using minoxidil for a year to prevent hair loss.However my hair started falling like crazy now! No new hair grew,so should I stop using it?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

My 35 year old son thinks he has Trichomycosis axillaris.. his armpit hairs are yellowish, he shaved the hair off but is there something the can put on the area to prevent this from coming back with the new hair growth..does he need a doctor for this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more

People also searched for:

Does parachute coconut hair oil prevents hair loss and promote strong hair growth by nourishing the scalp?Is it helpful to treat thin hair with this oil?
Im 17 years old and am losing hair in the temples of my head. Its getting pretty far back on the right side. I work out heavily and eat very well. Other than genetics I cant think of any reason Id have this issue. How Can I regrow or prevent loss?
Can massage on head with oil produces hair on bald side and prevent hair loss?
What supplements to take to reduce hair loss and promote hair growth?
Why does Accutane cause hair loss if it is rich in vitamin a which promotes hair growth?

Telemedicine

Primary Care
Manage Your Conditions
Women's Health
Children's Health
Men's Health
Senior Health
Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle
Sexual Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Travel Medicine
Urgent Care
Ask your question
Didn't find what you're looking for?

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.

Ask your question

More of what we treat

Allergies
Antibiotics
Asthma
High Blood Pressure
Prescriptions
Type 2 Diabetes
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HealthTap
HIPAA logo
HIPAASecure
Soc 2 Type 2 logo
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHO Accredited
JCAHOAccredited
Member App

Download HealthTap

Video visit and message your doctor

Member App QR Code
Play Store Member LinkApp Store Member Link

Questions?

+1 (888) 828-0841support@healthtap.com
LinkedInTwitter
HomeTermsPrivacyCookiesDMCAHealth TopicsDoctors DirectoryDoctor Q&A by Specialty
Copyright 2026 HealthTap, Inc.