What helps with hair loss?

Posted by neomipaul @neomipaul, Jan 13, 2022

Hello. I am needing info if I can use clove by mouth or on scalp for loss of hair. I am losing handfuls every time I brush my hair

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mmwagner46 | @mmwagner46 | Mar 12 1:50pm

In reply to @celia16 "I’m thrilled to get hair growth and if it grows on my face, I remove it." + (show)

Hair growth from oral or topical Minoxidil?

celia16 | @celia16 | Mar 12 6:35pm

In reply to @mmwagner46 "Hair growth from oral or topical Minoxidil?" + (show)

Oral. I take a small daily dose.

frouke | @frouke | Mar 13 11:26am

In reply to @celia16 "Oral. I take a small daily dose." + (show)

I’ve had problems with hair loss since menopause and onward, the only treatment I’ve ever used is biotin..it slows down the fallout and a little improvement with regrowth. I’ve always wanted to try something better but when my doctor said that the treatments available affected the heart I never had the nerve to go further. I had Long Covid and it caused my heart to beat too fast, it was very frightening so the last thing I wanted to do was use something known for affecting the heart. I decided to take good care of my hair, find a really good stylist that can work with my hair to bring out the best for me, I just can’t let my vanity take control and cause further health problems. I am interested in looking into rosemary oil to see if there are any hidden issues.

mmwagner46 | @mmwagner46 | Mar 13 12:02pm

In reply to @celia16 "Oral. I take a small daily dose." + (show)

thanks. I'm taking half of a 2.5mg. tablet(just started). After 2 months I'll go to 2.5. Have you noticed hair shedding?

heart4wi | @heart4wi | Mar 13 4:51pm

I don't know that the brand matters. Forgot to mention that I apply it right after shampooing.

celia16 | @celia16 | Mar 13 6:51pm

In reply to @mmwagner46 "thanks. I'm taking half of a 2.5mg. tablet(just started). After 2 months I'll go to 2.5...." + (show)

I’m still taking half of 2.5, but will increase soon. I had no shedding after starting the med. I had read that some people do get shedding initially upon starting the med, but I did not.

celia16 | @celia16 | Mar 13 10:44pm

In reply to @frouke "I’ve had problems with hair loss since menopause and onward, the only treatment I’ve ever used..." + (show)

I think all meds have potential side effects. That’s why I started out with a tiny dose to see how I react to it. The dose for hair loss is quite small compared to the dose one would tale for blood pressure. But, everyone should do what they feel comfortable with.