Hair Loss - How To Grow Hair Back

@elizabethxv
Thank you for sharing! I am struggling with thinning hair and a couple of bald spots . I am 70, and this all just hit over the last 3-4 years .
What kind of medical specialist does one see for hair loss ?

@judybradford
How much zinc do you take ?
I use the WOW carb infusing gel as well !! It’s a temporary fix, but it does work well❤️

@kensiejames I was battling menopause, one bout of Covid, and both sides of my family with hair loss due to aging. My primary doctor gave me the Rx. Minoxidil on its own is about $3/month. The foam did nothing for me. It's messy and extremely toxic to pets so that was a no go for me. I think it's worth trying the Minoxidil oral since it's so easy to take, but being mindful of the possible initial side effects. For me, that was slight swelling in my legs that went away in about a week. Since then, my bloodwork continues to be excellent and no other side effects - except for my hair growing back.

@kensiejames
Dermatologist

Vit d3 K2 combined 5000units

I am using a shampoo and conditioner called Routine. It seems to be working.

@kensiejames I requested it from my GP but a dermatologist can also prescribe. I take it along with Spironolactone. The results have been amazing in the last 6 months!

I have also found that daily scalp massages work well. Get yourself a cheap shampoo massager, at a dollar store!

@marina26

I'm assuming that your provider started you on a very low dose of estradiol. Can you share what you started with and what the dose is now? Do you take progesterone and testosterone too? What is your provider saying about your hair loss? How often are labs done to check hormone levels?