Dont waste your money on useless unproven stuff. The ONLY proven treatments for hairloss are the combination of: Rogaine, Propecia and Nizoral.
* Minoxidil (brand name: Rogaine), is available without a prescription and is used for pattern baldness and alopecia areata. It is directly applied as a liquid or foam to the scalp. (Foam causes less irritation to the scalp) New hair growth may be shorter and thinner than normal but sufficient enough to hide bald spots or blend with existing hair. It may take several weeks to notice an effect, and new hair growth slows down soon after you stop taking it.
* Finasteride (brand name: Propecia), is available by prescription only. It comes in pill form and is only indicated for men, as it poses a serious danger to women of child-bearing age - even skin contact can result in absorption of the drug and lead to birth defects in pregnant women. It works by stopping the conversion of testosterone into DHT.
* Nizoral (ketoconozale shampoo) is hyped up as having the most benefit for cleaning surface DHT.
Additionally you can try:
* Dietary changes: Include omega-3 fatty acids in your diet. Try to eat salmon (preferable wild Alaskan salmon), sardines, herring or mackerel two or three times a week. Or, sprinkle two tablespoons of freshly ground flaxseeds per day on your cereal or salads, or eat walnuts.
* Mind/Body: If the hair loss is autoimmune in nature, mind-body treatments such as hypnosis, psychotherapy and guided imagery therapy may be useful.
* Supplements:
- Try the essential fatty acid called GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) in the form of black currant oil or evening primrose oil, available in capsules or soft gels at health food stores or GNC. Take 500 mg of either twice a day. Be patient. You won't see results for six to eight weeks.
- Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), can promote hair growth in men. James A. Duke, Ph.D., a leading authority on healing herbs and author of The Green Pharmacy, says that saw palmetto may indeed promote hair growth since it inhibits conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) not unlike Propecia. The recommended dose is 160 mg of an extract standardized to 85-95% total fatty acids twice daily.
- MSM: Some of MSM's essential functions in the body include maintaining the structure of the proteins in the body, helping the formation of keratin which is essential for hair and nail growth, aiding in the production of immunoglobulin which maintains the immune system, and catalyzing the chemical reactions which change food into energy. These functions often result in the following occurrences: Inhibition of pain impulses along nerve fibres (analgesia), Lessening of inflammation, Increase in blood supply, Reduction of muscle spasm, Softening of scar tissue, Take 3000 mg a day. It has shown to increase the speed of hair growth and give an overall thicker healthier look.
* Also: Handle your hair gently, allowing it to air-dry whenever possible. Avoid hairstyles that create unnecessary tension on hair such as braids, buns, ponytails or cornrows, as well as compulsively twisting or pulling your hair.
If all fails, the only option is a Hair Transplant. One of the most respected, recommended, most experienced Hair Transplant surgeons in the world is Dr. Damkerng Pathomvanich, Bangkok, Thailand. There are no better options in the Asia region. He is certified by: American Board of Surgery certified and recertified since 1979, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, Fellow American College of Surgeon, American Board of Cosmetic Surgery by Fellowship training. Has memberships at: American Collage of Surgeon, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (attended 11 of 14 International meetings).
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