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Suggest Treatment For Alopecia And Thinning Of Hair

Hi, I seem to have thinning of hair on frontal side partition towards my left side. I was given Grocapix gel which i only applied to the affected area before going to sleep. I have been doing this for 1 week now daily. But I feel the spot has become more visible now. the thinning is more prominent i feel. what do i do>? should I discontinue?
Thu, 28 Jan 2016
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Hi.
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain in case if you have got increased apparent appearance of the bald patches after applying Grocapix gel that is an amino acid composition then you should immediately stop using the same and consult a Trichologist and get evaluated..
He can evaluate you for the causes of the loss of hairs like Androgenic alopecia which is due to hormonal causes and genetic cause, Telogen Efluvium that can occur due to causes like long standing illness, severe stress, nutritional deficiency, side effect of certain medications or hair cosmetics etc..
He can advise you investigations like Blood tests, trichogram, dermoscopy etc to rule out the exact cause of the problem and treat you accordingly..
You can be advised to apply 5% minoxidil lotion over the scalp..
You can also be advised to take biotin supplements along with a combination of mineral and multivitamin supplements..
In case if it is due to hormonal causes you can be advised to take Finesteride orally to reduce hairloss..
Massage your scalp with warm coconut oil, keep the scalp dry and clean and avoid vigorous brushing the hairs..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Suggest Treatment For Alopecia And Thinning Of Hair

Hi. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain in case if you have got increased apparent appearance of the bald patches after applying Grocapix gel that is an amino acid composition then you should immediately stop using the same and consult a Trichologist and get evaluated.. He can evaluate you for the causes of the loss of hairs like Androgenic alopecia which is due to hormonal causes and genetic cause, Telogen Efluvium that can occur due to causes like long standing illness, severe stress, nutritional deficiency, side effect of certain medications or hair cosmetics etc.. He can advise you investigations like Blood tests, trichogram, dermoscopy etc to rule out the exact cause of the problem and treat you accordingly.. You can be advised to apply 5% minoxidil lotion over the scalp.. You can also be advised to take biotin supplements along with a combination of mineral and multivitamin supplements.. In case if it is due to hormonal causes you can be advised to take Finesteride orally to reduce hairloss.. Massage your scalp with warm coconut oil, keep the scalp dry and clean and avoid vigorous brushing the hairs.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.