Hair Question

[tradogna]

I have got so much good advice from this board, I was wondering if any one can answer this question. I have notice that my hair is getting thin in spots, I always had thick hair. Does anyone know of a product that will thicken or re grow the hair. Thanks. Teresa

[carol louise]

Though I don't have experience with it, I have read that Rogaine is a product, the only one I believe, that is proven to work for some people, but it takes time.

Have you considered making an appointment to see your doctor, or maybe a dermatologist, to rule out causes other than normal hereditary hair loss?

[pcur]

They have rogaine for women now, but I agree: see a doc. It couled be a thyroid problem, too.

[Andee]

If you decide to use Rogaine, generic minoxidil, available at Walgreens, is cheaper.

[Happy ks]

I would see a doctor before using any product. Is it thin in spots, such as alopecia areata(sp), or general thinning? The causes can be stress, medication, menopause, childbirth, aging. There is some success with topical treatments, but you need to find out the cause before you can determine the cure.

 

I had clients who lost a lot of hair within a year of childbirth, it always grew back. One had bald spots due to stress that were cured with (I think) steroid shots. Some women lose a lot of hair from years of overprocessing and unfortunately it was permanent.

 

So, see a doctor to determine the cause, especially if it is a side effect of a different ailment.

[tradogna]

Thanks everyone for your quick answers. Teresa