You may find that most of the hair loss treatments are expensive. If someone needs quality hair loss treatment than he has to be prepared to lose more money at treatment center.
Today, there are more options are available for male baldness treatment than in the past. This is good news for people who are suffering from sever hair loss and want to have their hair again.
But among all these treatments available for hair loss, Propecia treatment is one of the most effective, easy and painless treatment. You’ve to take daily 1 pill of Propecia and you’ll definitely get some good results within few weeks. Propecia is the only FDA approved hair loss medicine for male pattern baldness treatment and not available for women.
Among all hair loss treatments hair transplant is the most painful and most expensive treatment. In this type of treatment one has to remove hair from some part of head and have to move to other part of head.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Hair Loss Drug Finasteride for prostate cancer
There is report about Propecia Finasteride from top U.S. medical groups that the men who are more than 55 years old and taking finasteride may also prevent prostate cancer.
Finasteride is also used for prostate enlargement treatment but this new research suggests that it may also be beneficial in preventing the disease.
The drug is class of called 5-ARIs that inhibit prostate cancer by lowering the level of the hormone dihydrotestosterone, which may increase the possibility of cancer.
Finasteride sold under brand names as Propecia, are also used for men hair loss treatment and enlarged prostate.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Hair Myths
There are lots of myths about hair that circle the globe. Following are the most common and oldest myths about hair.
1. Cutting your hair makes it stronger or grows faster.
False. Exactly where this myth started is unknown, but is probably related to the observation of men's facial hair. There are different kinds of hair on your face and head. Hair on your head and facial hair have different properties. Cutting your hair will only make it shorter and hairs grow almost exactly half an inch per month, no matter what you do or take.
2. Hair gets used to a product.
False. But there are other reasons you may need to change your shampoo, conditioner, or styling products--such as pregnancy, a change in seasons, or getting a new cut or color.
3. Shaving will make my beard grow thicker or faster.
False. Hair is basically protein and keratin and has no blood supply or nervous system. Your body does not know that your beard is shaved (or two inches long for that matter) because it has no way of communicating this information to your body. People often believe that shaving causes the beard to grow faster or thicker, but facial hair typically grows thicker and faster as you age so it's only a coincidence.
4. Shampooing Daily Dries the Hair
Some women believe that shampooing every day dries the hair out. This is not true. What could dry the hair out would be the shampoo that is being used, so it is important to choose a shampoo that is suitable for the hair type either for oily hair, dry hair or normal/combination hair. Oily hair needs to be washed everyday to get the excess oil out. However, dry hair need not be given the same treatment. Washing the hair with lukewarm water and then applying a moisturizing conditioner is enough. If daily washing of dry hair is necessary, it is important to use a mild shampoo that is made specifically for dry hair.
5. Brushing your hair is good
Brushing your hair should be avoided at all costs. If you must brush your hair, use natural bristled-brushes, flip your hair in front of your face and brush from the nape of your neck to the ends. Don’t ever brush your hair when it’s wet. You’re better off using your fingers to detangle your hair. Brushing your hair causes breaking and split ends. And you cannot repair split ends.
6. You need lots of shampoo to thoroughly clean your hair.
Too much shampoo can actually be bad for your hair. It can severely dry out your scalp. Remember, you just want to rid your hair of dirt and oil, not strip away all of your natural oils. You should only need about a dime size amount.
7. Tight hats cause baldness.
This one probably started in the military where young men entering the service were required to wear hats and soon showed signs of going bald, or at least of hair thinning. This is due to coincidental timing. The age that young men enter the military is also the same age that male pattern hair loss begins. This is due to dihydrotestosterone, not hats. Hats do cause hair breakage and to a lesser degree to split ends.
8. Smoking Causes Gray Hair
True. According to J. G. Mosley of the Leigh Infirmary in Lancashire, England in an article in Science News (January 11, 1997) smokers are four times more likely to have gray hair than nonsmokers. Even worse, smoking has been conclusively linked to accelerated hair loss.
9. Coloring your hair causes major damage.
Products today -- both at home and in the salon -- are gentle enough not to weaken hair. In fact, some contain extra conditioners that may leave hair more manageable than before. Although it's not necessary, it doesn’t hurt to consult a professional stylist the first time you do anything permanent to your hair or scalp.
10. Baldness comes from your maternal grandfather.
False. It's genetic--period--and can come from either your mother or your father, says Arlington dermatologist Michelle Rivera. Genetics also determines whether it's male or female pattern hair loss.
11. Dandruff is caused by dry scalp
Dandruff is caused by the shedding of dead skin cells and is actually most prevalent in areas of the head where grease glands are not only widespread, but most active.
1. Cutting your hair makes it stronger or grows faster.
False. Exactly where this myth started is unknown, but is probably related to the observation of men's facial hair. There are different kinds of hair on your face and head. Hair on your head and facial hair have different properties. Cutting your hair will only make it shorter and hairs grow almost exactly half an inch per month, no matter what you do or take.
2. Hair gets used to a product.
False. But there are other reasons you may need to change your shampoo, conditioner, or styling products--such as pregnancy, a change in seasons, or getting a new cut or color.
3. Shaving will make my beard grow thicker or faster.
False. Hair is basically protein and keratin and has no blood supply or nervous system. Your body does not know that your beard is shaved (or two inches long for that matter) because it has no way of communicating this information to your body. People often believe that shaving causes the beard to grow faster or thicker, but facial hair typically grows thicker and faster as you age so it's only a coincidence.
4. Shampooing Daily Dries the Hair
Some women believe that shampooing every day dries the hair out. This is not true. What could dry the hair out would be the shampoo that is being used, so it is important to choose a shampoo that is suitable for the hair type either for oily hair, dry hair or normal/combination hair. Oily hair needs to be washed everyday to get the excess oil out. However, dry hair need not be given the same treatment. Washing the hair with lukewarm water and then applying a moisturizing conditioner is enough. If daily washing of dry hair is necessary, it is important to use a mild shampoo that is made specifically for dry hair.
5. Brushing your hair is good
Brushing your hair should be avoided at all costs. If you must brush your hair, use natural bristled-brushes, flip your hair in front of your face and brush from the nape of your neck to the ends. Don’t ever brush your hair when it’s wet. You’re better off using your fingers to detangle your hair. Brushing your hair causes breaking and split ends. And you cannot repair split ends.
6. You need lots of shampoo to thoroughly clean your hair.
Too much shampoo can actually be bad for your hair. It can severely dry out your scalp. Remember, you just want to rid your hair of dirt and oil, not strip away all of your natural oils. You should only need about a dime size amount.
7. Tight hats cause baldness.
This one probably started in the military where young men entering the service were required to wear hats and soon showed signs of going bald, or at least of hair thinning. This is due to coincidental timing. The age that young men enter the military is also the same age that male pattern hair loss begins. This is due to dihydrotestosterone, not hats. Hats do cause hair breakage and to a lesser degree to split ends.
8. Smoking Causes Gray Hair
True. According to J. G. Mosley of the Leigh Infirmary in Lancashire, England in an article in Science News (January 11, 1997) smokers are four times more likely to have gray hair than nonsmokers. Even worse, smoking has been conclusively linked to accelerated hair loss.
9. Coloring your hair causes major damage.
Products today -- both at home and in the salon -- are gentle enough not to weaken hair. In fact, some contain extra conditioners that may leave hair more manageable than before. Although it's not necessary, it doesn’t hurt to consult a professional stylist the first time you do anything permanent to your hair or scalp.
10. Baldness comes from your maternal grandfather.
False. It's genetic--period--and can come from either your mother or your father, says Arlington dermatologist Michelle Rivera. Genetics also determines whether it's male or female pattern hair loss.
11. Dandruff is caused by dry scalp
Dandruff is caused by the shedding of dead skin cells and is actually most prevalent in areas of the head where grease glands are not only widespread, but most active.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Fight against Baldness
Nearly 40% of men in their 40s and 50% of men in their 50s are facing the some degree of baldness problem. In 10% to 15% of men in their 20s also faces the same problem. There are several reasons behind it like genetic problem, stress, or effect of other disease. But the main cause for men is genetic which is popularly known as male pattern baldness or androgenic alopecia.
Catching your hair loss at any stage and using hair loss treatments could be the difference between further hair loss, going bald or stopping your hair loss all together.
Hair Loss Treatments:
A people today who suffer from hair loss are usually so intent on finding a hair loss solution, they will try almost anything.
There are several hair loss treatments in market available today like medication, scalp massage, special shampoos and tonics, laser treatment etc. But the most effective and easy to use treatment is treatment by medication. It also costs less in compare to few other treatments. Most known brands for it is Propecia, Revivogen and Minoxidil. But among all these Propecia a product by medico-giant Merck & Co. is widely used and known for its effectiveness as well as availability.
Propecia Hair Loss Treatment:
Propecia is a first and the only FDA approved medicine for men hair loss treatment. It represents the step towards arresting and reversing the progress of male pattern baldness. The once a daily use of Propecia is today's most famous hair loss therapy. World wide this is the No. 1 choice for the treatment of hair loss. Clinical trials prove that Propecia stopped hair loss in 9 out of 10 people.
Finasteride (the active ingredient in Propecia) blocks the formation of DHT and, in this way, appears to interrupt a key factor in the development of inherited male pattern hair loss in men. PROPECIA has been proven to effectively lower DHT in the scalp.
There are some minor side effects of it but works effectively for most of the men. You have to wait to see results of Propecia for at least 3 months after you start Propecia treatment.
Finally, Propecia has proven most effective weapon for fight against baldness.
Catching your hair loss at any stage and using hair loss treatments could be the difference between further hair loss, going bald or stopping your hair loss all together.
Hair Loss Treatments:
A people today who suffer from hair loss are usually so intent on finding a hair loss solution, they will try almost anything.
There are several hair loss treatments in market available today like medication, scalp massage, special shampoos and tonics, laser treatment etc. But the most effective and easy to use treatment is treatment by medication. It also costs less in compare to few other treatments. Most known brands for it is Propecia, Revivogen and Minoxidil. But among all these Propecia a product by medico-giant Merck & Co. is widely used and known for its effectiveness as well as availability.
Propecia Hair Loss Treatment:
Propecia is a first and the only FDA approved medicine for men hair loss treatment. It represents the step towards arresting and reversing the progress of male pattern baldness. The once a daily use of Propecia is today's most famous hair loss therapy. World wide this is the No. 1 choice for the treatment of hair loss. Clinical trials prove that Propecia stopped hair loss in 9 out of 10 people.
Finasteride (the active ingredient in Propecia) blocks the formation of DHT and, in this way, appears to interrupt a key factor in the development of inherited male pattern hair loss in men. PROPECIA has been proven to effectively lower DHT in the scalp.
There are some minor side effects of it but works effectively for most of the men. You have to wait to see results of Propecia for at least 3 months after you start Propecia treatment.
Finally, Propecia has proven most effective weapon for fight against baldness.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Something About Propecia
Propecia started appearing in market around January, 1998, after Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval a short time before.
Propecia is an FDA-approved prescription pill proven for the treatment of male pattern baldness. Propecia, also known as finasteride, is the first oral medication to be approved by the U.S.
How Propecia works:
Propecia works by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase. 5-alpha reductase is an enzyme which converts testosterone into dihydrotesterone.
Propecia is available in 1mg tablet. Tablet contains 1mg of Finasteride, a drug originally used to combat prostate cancer in men over 50. The study shows that those who used Propecia often experienced increased hair growth. Propecia is just the brand name of a different version of Finasteride specifically prescribed to combat male hair loss on the crown of the head or the mid-scalp area.
Do women can use Propecia?
No.
Although Propecia has received rave reviews, there are some downsides of this pill. One of the biggest ones is the fact that it can only be used by men.
Precautions issued with the drug say that this medication is for men only.
Study has proven that 9 out 10 men show some re-growth of hair 3 to 12 months after starting Propecia.
Propecia is an FDA-approved prescription pill proven for the treatment of male pattern baldness. Propecia, also known as finasteride, is the first oral medication to be approved by the U.S.
How Propecia works:
Propecia works by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase. 5-alpha reductase is an enzyme which converts testosterone into dihydrotesterone.
Propecia is available in 1mg tablet. Tablet contains 1mg of Finasteride, a drug originally used to combat prostate cancer in men over 50. The study shows that those who used Propecia often experienced increased hair growth. Propecia is just the brand name of a different version of Finasteride specifically prescribed to combat male hair loss on the crown of the head or the mid-scalp area.
Do women can use Propecia?
No.
Although Propecia has received rave reviews, there are some downsides of this pill. One of the biggest ones is the fact that it can only be used by men.
Precautions issued with the drug say that this medication is for men only.
Study has proven that 9 out 10 men show some re-growth of hair 3 to 12 months after starting Propecia.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Propecia Medicine
Propecia as Hair Loss Treatment Medicine
Propecia (Finasteride) is proven to be the most effective hair loss treatment medicine to treat male pattern baldness. Propecia is for men only, and is not approved by the FDA as a hair loss treatment for women or children.
Propecia works by blocking the enzyme, Type II 5 alpha-reductase from converting testosterone to its active form DHT (dihydrotestosterone) in the body. DHT plays a major role in inherited male pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia). In this process, it reduces the level of the hormone in the scalp which shortens the hair growth cycle and allows hairs to revert to a normal growth cycle. This can result in stopping further hair loss and increasing new hair growth in men with male pattern baldness.
A single 1mg Propecia tablet is to be taken everyday continuously for 3–6 months before benefit is seen. When Propecia is discontinued, the hair loss process resumes so continuous use is recommended to sustain benefit.
Also remember that Propecia is a prescription only medicine with certain side effects and should be taken after consultation with the doctor.
Propecia (Finasteride) is proven to be the most effective hair loss treatment medicine to treat male pattern baldness. Propecia is for men only, and is not approved by the FDA as a hair loss treatment for women or children.
Propecia works by blocking the enzyme, Type II 5 alpha-reductase from converting testosterone to its active form DHT (dihydrotestosterone) in the body. DHT plays a major role in inherited male pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia). In this process, it reduces the level of the hormone in the scalp which shortens the hair growth cycle and allows hairs to revert to a normal growth cycle. This can result in stopping further hair loss and increasing new hair growth in men with male pattern baldness.
A single 1mg Propecia tablet is to be taken everyday continuously for 3–6 months before benefit is seen. When Propecia is discontinued, the hair loss process resumes so continuous use is recommended to sustain benefit.
Also remember that Propecia is a prescription only medicine with certain side effects and should be taken after consultation with the doctor.
Monday, January 5, 2009
Hair Loss Medication
Types of Medications for Hair loss Treatment
Today there are two FDA approved medications for hair growth - minoxidil which is sold over the counter as Rogaine, for both men and women, and Finasteride, a prescription pill sold as Propecia, for men only. Two other drugs have been recently approved for hair growth and include a high-estrogen oral contraceptive and Aldactone (spironolactone). However, these two medications are only for women due to their feminizing side effects.
Both these medications slow thinning of the hair and increase coverage of the scalp by growing new hair and enlarging existing hairs. However, the effectiveness of finasteride or minoxidil depends on your age and the location of hair loss. These medications do not work for everyone, and you should not expect to re-grow a full head of hair.
Benefits of medication over other types of treatments
With hair loss becoming a common cause of concern amongst millions of people across the world, every year a large number of medications, herbs, spices, nutritional supplements, oils, shampoos etc comes up in the market each claiming itself to be the panacea for hair loss. Each year, men suffering from hair loss spend billions of dollars in an attempt to treat their hair loss. Unfortunately, 99% of all products being marketed in the less than ethical hair loss treatment industry are completely ineffective for the majority of those who use them.
If you are going bald you should seriously consider hair loss medication treatments to halt or even reverse your hair loss. While there is no “Hair Loss Cure”, hair loss drugs can often stop or even reverse alopecia aerate in most people. Medication for treating hair loss slows thinning of the hair and increases coverage of the scalp by growing new hair and enlarging existing hairs.
Today there are two FDA approved medications for hair growth - minoxidil which is sold over the counter as Rogaine, for both men and women, and Finasteride, a prescription pill sold as Propecia, for men only. Two other drugs have been recently approved for hair growth and include a high-estrogen oral contraceptive and Aldactone (spironolactone). However, these two medications are only for women due to their feminizing side effects.
Both these medications slow thinning of the hair and increase coverage of the scalp by growing new hair and enlarging existing hairs. However, the effectiveness of finasteride or minoxidil depends on your age and the location of hair loss. These medications do not work for everyone, and you should not expect to re-grow a full head of hair.
Benefits of medication over other types of treatments
With hair loss becoming a common cause of concern amongst millions of people across the world, every year a large number of medications, herbs, spices, nutritional supplements, oils, shampoos etc comes up in the market each claiming itself to be the panacea for hair loss. Each year, men suffering from hair loss spend billions of dollars in an attempt to treat their hair loss. Unfortunately, 99% of all products being marketed in the less than ethical hair loss treatment industry are completely ineffective for the majority of those who use them.
If you are going bald you should seriously consider hair loss medication treatments to halt or even reverse your hair loss. While there is no “Hair Loss Cure”, hair loss drugs can often stop or even reverse alopecia aerate in most people. Medication for treating hair loss slows thinning of the hair and increases coverage of the scalp by growing new hair and enlarging existing hairs.
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