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1. i am 26 year old male. i am having male pattern baldness and it is genetic because many of my family members having this. earlier 4 years back i have used minoxidil 5% for 6 months then stopped due to itching and scalp damage. now most of my hair is g

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Dr. Sonia Badreshia-Bansal answered

Hair loss: Male pattern hair loss is very common and can occur at an early age. You will need to see a dermatologist about using finesteride which can help limit your hair loss. In the future you may want to consider hair transplantation.

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Answered 7/7/2020

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A member asked:

1. i am 26 year old male. i am having male pattern baldness and it is genetic because many of my family members having this. earlier 4 years back i have used minoxidil 5% for 6 months then stopped due to itching and scalp damage. now most of my hair is g

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sonia Badreshia-Bansal answered

Dr Kumar agreed

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