Okay so today I went to my dermatologist since I have noticed a progressively receding hairline. Nothing too bad (if my hair stayed like this the rest of my life I would be satisfied), but enough of a recession since my teen years to cause concern. I just turned 21 and as of right now am looking for a preventive, non-surgical means of combating my hair loss.
So I went for my appointment with the dermatologist and he looked at my hair. He suggested I use Rogaine for my hairline, which I found surprising since I read Rogaine is not for the front but for the top of the scalp. He said this was a misconception and that it will work for the front as well. I asked him about Propecia, and he said he generally prescribes that for people with more extensive hair loss. I was disappointed/relieved at the same time. Relieved because I didn't like the idea of taking a pill to begin with, but disappointed because my research had put me under the impression that for my type of hair loss, Propecia would be my best bet.
Pictures of my hairline can be seen here.
Should I really push for Propecia and find a doctor who WILL prescribe it for me? Or do you guys think Rogaine will be appropriate/affective?
Also, what do you guys think of a hair-transplant based on my age and my extent of hair loss? Would it be something to consider looking into?
Thanks!