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Female Hair Loss
Perhaps surprisingly there is a strong connection between male pattern baldness (MPB) and the typical hair loss patterns seen in females. Hereditary hair loss alopecia
Hair loss prevention As well as having the necessary enzyme (5-alpha reductase) capable of forming DHT from the male hormone testosterone (everyone has both male and female hormones) a woman also has an enzyme called aromatise which converts some male hormone into a female type. Hair treatments medical This has the effect that much of the hair loss which would have occurred is reversed or prevented by the counterbalancing effect of this ‘extra’ female type hormone in the area of the hair roots. Hair loss prevention As a result it would be extremely unusual for a female to lose as much hair as, say, her brother, even though she may have inherited similar genetic information.
Q) Can lotions be guaranteed to work? A) No, but it is possible to give a good indication of how likely they are to work for a particular individual . Hair loss treatments In general, lotions work best on thinned areas rather than completely bald areas. The most widely used lotion is Minoxidil - either in its generic form or as Regaine/Rogaine. Hair loss information This substance has proven itself over many years to be an effective aid to both hair growth and in slowing hair loss. Hair loss preventionIt is becoming increasingly well documented that certain additives appear to enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil or have a direct beneficial effect in their own right. Hair loss prevention Azelaic Acid Whilst minoxidil promotes hair growth, Azelaic Acid reduces hair loss. Hormone treatments hair loss A very weak acid, (much weaker than vinegar for example), that is found in some whole grains. Hair loss prevention Recent studies have shown it to be a very potent inhibitor of the enzyme 5- alpha reductase which is responsible for the formation of DHT - the primary substance responsible for hair loss. Serenao repens Many experts believe that azelaic acid will therefore work synergistically with minoxidil - the azelaic acid reducing hair loss whilst the minoxidil promotes hair growth. Hair loss prevention Note that exposure to direct sunlight needs to be avoided if using this item as it may cause irritation. Some people therefore apply at night and then apply a minoxidil only item during the day. Progesterone A female hormone added in very small quantities. Its effect is to neutralise the local action of the male hormone derivative DHT which is responsible for hair loss. Discount cheap proscar Regaine hair loss Propecia Propeshia Discount rogaine |
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