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I have lost a lot of hair due to syphillis. curious if rogaine (minoxidil) extra strength would help my hair grow back faster? its taken forever naturally.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Treat the syphilis: If your infection was treated it was cured. The spotty hair loss will grow back at 1 cm per month. If you still have hair loss see a dermatologist for diagnosis & treatment.

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

I have lost a lot of hair due to syphillis. curious if rogaine (minoxidil) extra strength would help my hair grow back faster? its taken forever naturally.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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