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Using Rogaine (Minoxidil) and Saw Palmetto for Hair Loss: Does it work?
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Saw Palmetto is not generally considered as effective for blocking DHT as Propecia (finasteride). However, if you feel that you have seen results from using it, by all means continue. Read Entire Article


Bill Seemiller Talks about Hair Loss and Hair Transplants in Recent Online Blog Interview
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Recently Bill Seemiller, managing publisher of the Hair Restoration Forum and Social Network, was invited to discuss hair loss and hair transplant surgery in an interview with the hair blog Manly Curls. Read Entire Article


Will Quitting Rogaine (Minoxidil) Increase the Rate of Hair Loss?
Tuesday, May 08, 2012
In theory, when one stops taking medical hair loss treatments like Rogaine (minoxidil) and Propecia (finasteride), they will experience what is known as “catch-up” hair loss. Read Entire Article


Generic Alternative to Rogaine Foam (5% Minoxidil) Now Available at Our Online Hair Loss Treatments Shop
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
Back in March of this year, the patent on Rogaine Foam (5% minoxidil) topical hair loss treatment expired and a long-awaited generic version of the product finally become available. Read Entire Article


Dr. Vladimir Panine Joins the Ranks of the Elite Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
We recently sought the opinions of hair loss forum members about potentially inviting Dr. Vladimir Panine to join the elite Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Read Entire Article


Most Effective Hair Loss Treatments: Natural, Medical or Surgical?
Thursday, April 26, 2012
You are welcome to try any alternative treatments you like. However, in my opinion, you are highly unlikely to see the benefits that you desire without clinically proven medical hair loss treatments. Read Entire Article


Is Generic Finasteride as Effective as Propecia for Hair Loss?
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Finasteride is finasteride. Generics (as long as they are purchased from a reputable source) are just as effective as name brand Propecia. Read Entire Article


Will Propecia (Finasteride) Regrow Hair in a Young Man with Minimal Hair Loss?
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Though no one can accurately predict what your results will be with Propecia (finasteride), you are correct that your age and relatively minor hair loss place you in the category of best responders. Read Entire Article


Best Time of Day to Take Propecia (Finasteride) for Hair Loss?
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
There is no ideal time of day to take Propecia (finasteride). You can take it any time of day that is best for your schedule. However, once you choose a time to take your pill you should remain consistent. Read Entire Article


Hair Loss after Starting Propecia (Finasteride): How Common is the Shedding Phase?
Thursday, April 05, 2012
I can’t quote a percentage but I can tell you that shedding after starring Propecia is common and, in fact, a good sign. Read Entire Article


Hair Loss Protein Discovery Brings Hope for Better Treatments
Thursday, March 29, 2012
A team of Dermatologists from Johns Hopkins and Penn University recently published a study In the medical journal Science Translational Medicine, potentially linking a new lipid (fatty acid) compound to androgenic alopecia (genetic hair loss). Read Entire Article


Generic 5% Minoxidil Foam Launched: Affordable Alternative to Rogaine for Hair Loss
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Rogaine Foam first came to market in 2006 and quickly became a popular alternative to liquid minoxidil for hair loss sufferers seeking a solution to thinning hair without the greasy feel and scalp irritation often associated with the liquid. Read Entire Article


Will Stopping Propecia (Finasteride) Cause Hair Loss to My Existing Hair?
Thursday, March 22, 2012
The short answer is “no”. Hair follicles that are resistant to the effects of androgenic alopecia (genetic balding) will not become dependent on Propecia (finasteride). Read Entire Article


Menopause, PCOS, and Female Hair Loss
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Because of an imbalance between estrogen and testosterone due to declining estrogen levels, thinning hair and accelerated hair loss is common in women during menopause. Hair on certain areas of the head that are more sensitive to androgen hormones like DHT (associated with male pattern baldness) may thin or fall out. Similarly, declining estrogen levels may result in unwanted facial hair growth. Read Entire Article


Did Stopping Rogaine (Minoxidil) Cause My Rapid Hair Loss?
Friday, March 16, 2012
It’s really not possible to say if your hair will regrow. Only time will tell. However, stopping Rogaine (minoxidil) for two weeks should not have greatly impacted your hair growth. Read Entire Article