What are some of possible side effects associated with hair loss medications?

There are currently many hair care products that are used to help improve thinning hair. among these products the most commonly used are Propecia and Minoxidil. These two products are FDA approved and have been scientifically proven to help slow down progression of hair loss in Male Pattern Hair Loss. Both of these medications are more effective in the crown area, but clinical trials show some improvements in the frontal and temple area if both are used together. However, just like any other medical treatments, there are some side effects that are commonly associated with using these products.

When one starts to use these products, the hair loss slows down. If for any reason one stops using the products the hair that was saved with the use of these medications would be lost until the point where the individual would have been without treatment. However, the rate of shedding is different from one individual to another. In some cases it is very fast, whereas in others it may take several months after stopping the medications. In general missing a few days of treatment, while not recommended, is generally safe and not harmful.

There are some side effects that are associated with these medications. these side effects are not harmful when used as directed by the manufacturer and under supervision of a doctor. You should follow all the package instructions and find out the side effects before using them. Propecia could be harmful to a developing male fetus in a pregnant women if the drug entered her body by ingesting the medication. The amounts of the drug in a male's semen have been studied and found to be insignificant. The man can choose to stop treatment during conception efforts, but it is not necessary. Minoxidil may cause palpitation, irritation of the skin, and dizziness. In either case the side effects should be fully reviewed and a consultation should be done with a physician before using the medications.

Finding the right hair loss medication is only one factor of proper hair care. If one suffers from genetic hair loss, hair care products can be used to slow down the progression and scalp but a more comprehensive medical hair loss regiment should be discussed with hair loss specialist.

Dr. Mike Meshkin, a hair transplant specialist based in Los Angeles and Orange County offers many advises to his clients to start hair loss prevention when they notice thinning at the initial stages. If hair loss is genetic, then hair transplant can be an option to restore the hair that is lost and medical treatment is used to prevent future hair loss and keep hair healthy.

To find out more about your hair loss, visit one of Dr. Meshkin's hair transplant and hair restoration clinics in Los Angeles or in Irvine locations. Dr. Meshkin will use the latest techniques to find out the cause of your hair loss and give the best hair restoration recommendations customized to your needs and concerns. You can also visit www.meshkinmedical.com to find out about the hair care products that may help with your hair loss.

If you are suffering from hair loss or hair thinning you can contact us at (949) 219-0027 to schedule for a free consultation or visit our website at www.MeshkinMedical.com. #twitter

Does dandruff cause hair loss?

There are many causes of hair loss; the most common cause of hair loss is Androgenic Alopecia.  However there are conditions other than Androgenic Alopecia that may cause hair loss.  It is always a good idea to get evaluated by a hair loss specialist to find the cause for the hair loss and then get the proper treatment options.

Sometimes hair loss can be associated by certain scalp disorders which cause the scalp to be too dry or too oil.  Scalp conditions that cause scalp to be too oily or too dry include Dandruff, Seborrheic Dermatititis, Seborrhea and Psoriasis which may lead to shedding of the hair.  Dandruff is among the most common human scalp conditions that increases shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp.

Dandruff can cause varying degrees of unpleasant scaling and flaking, which can become bothersome and unattractive.  Symptoms are associated with an oily scalp, poor diet, and stress.  Dandruff is most likely to develop when production of sebum is at its peak in puberty and adolescence, or when the production of androgenic hormones is off balance.

Dandruff can typically be managed well by using a mild anti fungal shampoos containing ketoconazole, zinc pyrithione tar, and selenium, once or twice a week.  In addition, some oral supplements and vitamin E can help. Forms of severe dandruff with excessive oiliness, crusting and itching may be a form of seborrheic dermatitis and should be further investigated by a physician or dermatologist.

Dr. Mike Meshkin, a hair transplant specialist based in Los Angeles and Orange County has been at the forefront of hair loss research on scalp conditions and their affect on  hair follicles. He can made an evaluation using devises that help determine the cause of hair loss and predict the future progression. Once the cause of hair loss is established the proper treatment options are recommended to reverse or slow down future hair loss. He gives many advises to his clients to start hair loss prevention when they notice thinning at the initial stages. If hair loss is genetic, then hair transplant can be an option to restore the hair that is lost and medical treatment is used to prevent future hair loss and keep hair healthy.

To find out more about your hair loss, visit one of Dr. Meshkin's hair transplant and hair restoration clinics in Los Angeles or in Irvine locations. Dr. Meshkin will use the latest techniques and gives the best hair restoration recommendations customized to your needs and concerns.

If you are suffering from hair loss or hair thinning you can contact us at (949) 219-0027 to schedule for a free consultation or visit our website at www.MeshkinMedical.com.