Propecia and encouraging the regrowth of hair | Recreation and ...

August 29th, 2012 by Leave a reply ?

To understand the problem, we need to go back to basics. The underlying cause of Andogenetic Alopecia is probably genetic although, in some circumstances, environmental factors may trigger an earlier hair fall. This means a slow change in the scalp so that hair no longer grows on certain parts of the head. To put it in simple terms, the genes switch off the roots. The first signs of this are that your hair thins. You shed hair naturally but, as it thins, it falls out more quickly. The main effect of Propecia is to stop this thinning and shut-down from going any further. As a general rule, hair may thicken again in the roots that are still active and, occasionally, some hair will regrow in areas which have shut down. But this regrowth is not guaranteed. You should also remember that the stop in this progressive winding down only lasts so long as you keep taking the pills. This is not a permanent cure. Sooner or later, the genes will win out.

So what, if anything, can you do to encourage your hair to thicken and regrow? The answer lies in ensuring the environmental conditions are at their best. The first step lies in the choice of a shampoo. It?s essential to keep the scalp clean. The issue is how frequently to wash. The answer is not excessively because this will tend to dry the hair by washing out natural oils. It?s certainly not necessary to wash more than once a day. Then consider using one of the antiseptic shampoos or a shampoo containing minoxidil which some believe increases the supply of blood to the scalp and helps to encourage regrowth. You may need to experiment with minoxidil products because some can make your hair a little oily. When you have found a combination of shampoo, minoxidil and Propecia that seems to be working, be consistent. Set yourself into a routine and keep to it so long as you continue the drug. The combination gives you the best chance for your hair both to thicken and, on the temples, to show some regrowth.

Source: http://www.ypsummit.org/194-propecia-and-encouraging-the-regrowth-of-hair.html

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