20 years old, receding hairline - need advice

[time2shine]

Hey,

 

First off i want to say im super happy that i found that forum. After reading abit through i realized with joy in my heart that there seem be alot of very experienced ppl that got the same problem im getting now since a long time. So thx for reading this and maybe helping a young german padawan on his way...

 

This is the first time im asking for help because of my hairs somewhere, i tried to tell myself its just imagination that my temples are thinning up, but i went to see a dermatologist today and he also said that it looks like my hairs on the temples are thinning. I had a receding hairline all my life already, but im pretty sure it got worse within the last year, since it just doesnt look normal anymore to me.

Unfortunatly im one of those ppl that care alot about how they look and the fact that my hair is thinning with 20 years already totally crushes me, because i always loved my hairs. Im thinking about it at least 20 times a day and it makes me feel super bad everytime. At the moment im just sitting here and not sure what the best line for me, feeling kinda desperate

 

I was thinking about starting with finasterid already 2-3 months ago, but what i read about the sideeffects sounded so bad that i was too scared starting with it. Especially the part where it said not outgrown man should never take it makes me really wanna stay away from it. Im also going to the gym, so i kinda need the testosterone to build muscles and i guess finasterid is bad for that matter right? (not sure about that, just sounds logical to me)

 

So heres the plan that i have in mind and i would like to hear your opinions about it and what you(after prob years of experience) would do in my position.

 

First step of my plan was living healthier, i started that already 2 months ago, i am eating alot of vegetables/fruits, less meat and stopped eating (bad) sugar. Im also taking quite alot of supplements like zinc, fish oil, vitamine complex, wheatgrass etc. Also doing things like drinking alot of water daily etc.

Second step, im using a anti hairloss shampoo since 1 month, some thai brand that i dont really know, trying to figure out which one is the best on the market, which one would u suggest?

Third step that i started recently is applying 5% minoxidil on my temples twice a day.

For the third step im thinking about a hairtransplantation with dr path, since i moved to thailand 2 years ago anyway, i wouldnt even have to travel or sth.

I want to fill out the 2 temples abit more, not much tho, after seeing all the pics id guess i only might need like 500 grafts or sth, i know thats not much but it would make me feel alot better.

 

Thats basically the short version... so what do you think about it? is there anything i should add that gonna help me or anything i need to know?

Any help is much appreciated

 

Shine

[TakingThePlunge]

Shine,

 

Welcome. While it's never a bad idea to improve your overall health, dietary changes are unlikely to get you your hair back.

 

Of all the things you mentioned using, 5% minoxidil is the only proven hair loss treatment that may help you regrow hair. As you already know, the only other proven treatment is Propecia (finasteride).

 

You're still very young. They best time to begin these medical treatments is in the early stages of balding. I understand that not everyone is willing to take the chance with finasteride and choosing to do so is a very personal decision. I myself took it for a few years and eventually stopped for a number of reasons though I did not experience severe sexual side effects.

 

There is really no proven hair growth shampoo. I do, however, continue to sue Nizoral along with generic minoxidil foam because I like how it makes my hair feel and I believe it may help in some small way.

 

Given your age, you are likely not yet a candidate for hair transplant surgery. It's important to understand that, for most balding men, hair loss is progressive. Attempting to restore your juvenile hairline at this stage will likely result in you having to chase your hair loss with subsequent procedures and eventually running out of donor hair. You may not realize it now, bu you'll want to look your best in your 30's, 40's, 50's and beyond.

 

I know none of this is what you want to hear but it's the best advice anyone can give you at this stage. I do recommend consulting with Dr. Pathomvanich if he's near you. He will be much better equipped to advise you of your options after seeing you in person than anyone here in the forum.

 

Best of luck!

[time2shine]

Hey TakingThePlunge,

 

Thanks alot for your answer. Actually my main goal is to not lose more hairs instead of growing new one. If it stays like this that would be okay for me, so products that prevent further hairloss are what im looking for(except finasteride).

If i know that i can stop further hairloss that would already make me feel way better, the transplantation is just an idea to make it "perfect" for now, but yea im definatly gonna contact dr. Path and ask him for his opinion

[michaeljames]

Hey,

 

First off i want to say im super happy that i found that forum. After reading abit through i realized with joy in my heart that there seem be alot of very experienced ppl that got the same problem im getting now since a long time. So thx for reading this and maybe helping a young german padawan on his way...

 

This is the first time im asking for help because of my hairs somewhere, i tried to tell myself its just imagination that my temples are thinning up, but i went to see a dermatologist today and he also said that it looks like my hairs on the temples are thinning. I had a receding hairline all my life already, but im pretty sure it got worse within the last year, since it just doesnt look normal anymore to me.

Unfortunatly im one of those ppl that care alot about how they look and the fact that my hair is thinning with 20 years already totally crushes me, because i always loved my hairs. Im thinking about it at least 20 times a day and it makes me feel super bad everytime. At the moment im just sitting here and not sure what the best line for me, feeling kinda desperate

 

I was thinking about starting with finasterid already 2-3 months ago, but what i read about the sideeffects sounded so bad that i was too scared starting with it. Especially the part where it said not outgrown man should never take it makes me really wanna stay away from it. Im also going to the gym, so i kinda need the testosterone to build muscles and i guess finasterid is bad for that matter right? (not sure about that, just sounds logical to me)

 

So heres the plan that i have in mind and i would like to hear your opinions about it and what you(after prob years of experience) would do in my position.

 

First step of my plan was living healthier, i started that already 2 months ago, i am eating alot of vegetables/fruits, less meat and stopped eating (bad) sugar. Im also taking quite alot of supplements like zinc, fish oil, vitamine complex, wheatgrass etc. Also doing things like drinking alot of water daily etc.

Second step, im using a anti hairloss shampoo since 1 month, some thai brand that i dont really know, trying to figure out which one is the best on the market, which one would u suggest?

Third step that i started recently is applying 5% minoxidil on my temples twice a day.

For the third step im thinking about a hairtransplantation with dr path, since i moved to thailand 2 years ago anyway, i wouldnt even have to travel or sth.

I want to fill out the 2 temples abit more, not much tho, after seeing all the pics id guess i only might need like 500 grafts or sth, i know thats not much but it would make me feel alot better.

 

Thats basically the short version... so what do you think about it? is there anything i should add that gonna help me or anything i need to know?

Any help is much appreciated

 

Shine

 

 

Hi Time2Shine;

 

Be as healthy as you can...that's a sure fire way to go, mate!

 

I love a well thought and organized plan. Your postive outlook reeks from the screen, that is awesome. Minoxidil of cours you know has been proven to work for many people. It is reasonable to think that it could be successful for you. So monitor it well and make sure that results are real. Of course you should remember there is much evidence that gain is lost after cessation of usage and that is a consideration.

 

Improving the temple density and hairline is always a smart approach in framing the face with permanent hair that looks great. As long as your checking with a reputable HT surgeon on your hair restoration journey and using among the best ... your attitude will just further soar! All the Best, Michael

[KO]

Not taking finasteride is a mistake you'll regret. If you have MPB, there is no other way of stopping hair loss. Do not be foolish.