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Name
Mohammed Al-Hindi
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Profession
Question
Assalamu alaikum
I am 49 years old. My hair are falling rapidly, and I am nearly bald on the top (hair is still there on the sides of the head). Is there something I can do, or is there any medicine/treatment which will help in regrowing atleast some of the hair back.
Jazakallahu khair.
Answer
From your description, this seems to be genetic hair loss which is inherited and affects some men. It may affect some members of the family while others not.
You may use topical minoxidil 4% spray on your scalp twice a day in order to stimulate hair growth and to slow balding. You may also take a multivitamin under medical supervision.
If you notice that your hair begins to re-grow, then continue using the previous treatment.
Name
Hamidullah
- Afghanistan
Profession
Engineer
Question
sometime my head skin creates a white colored substance, it causes releasing my hair.
my second question is: my beard hair started to change into white color when I was 28 years old, right now i become very sad when I find my beard white color.I am 36 years old now.I would like to thank you to give me the treatment for the above problems.
Answer
Your condition is called seborrheic dermatitis. This is an inflammation or an eczema of the scalp. You should use an anti-dandruff shampoo every other day during the first week then twice a week until it disappears and then once a week after that. If you are experiencing an itching sensation as well then you may take an antihistaminic under medical supervision.
The whitening of your beard might be attributed to genetic causes. Don't feel sad about it, you could try dyeing you hair with dyes to overcome this problem.
Best wishes
Name
Zareena
- Canada
Profession
Question
My problem is that I am now 35 years old and I gave Alhamdullilah birth to my 2nd child 5 month back and still I m breast feeding him. I m loosing my hair quite a bit almost everyday. I did not had this problem before. At the moment I am using some calcium pills and post natal multi vitamin everyday since I am still breast feeding. And also I m using the pentene shampoo and conditioner while I bath. Is that anything I could do to help my present situation? And also could you advice from which age a women should use anti-aging night creams? Do you recommend me to use now by considering my age? Thank you and May Allah bless you.
Answer
This is a common problem. Labor and breastfeeding are a load on the body and that is why they are sometimes accompanied by hair loss. I advise you to trim your hair about 1 cm every 2 months. You may also use hair tonics, and bone marrow hair creams twice a week to strengthen your hair. In addition to the vitamins you are taking, try taking antioxidants as they help prevent both hair loss and aging problems.
Regarding the anti aging creams, they can be used at your age, or even earlier.
Don't worry, try to remain calm as stress might increase the problem, and maintain a healthy diet with plenty of vegetables.
Name
Abu Abdullah
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Profession
Question
Assalamoalikum!Is the male baldness curable?If yes what is it thatcan sure it?I am not talking about hair transplant. AsHoly Prophet (SAWW) says there is no disease with outa cure. I was wondering there should be something tocure baldness? Jazakumullaho khariun.wassalam
Answer
Other than hair transplantation, you might try minoxidil 4% as I mentioned in a previous answer and also mesotherapy.
Mesotherapy is the injection of a cocktail of vitamins into the scalp, after multiple treatments this cocktail will neutralize a hormone called DHT which will then stimulate hair growth. Treatments are given once a week for 6 weeks and then twice a month after that.
Name
Syed
- United Arab Emirates
Profession
Administration
Question
My age is 40 years, but from 32 years I am started lossing my hair, still I have some hair and want to know how to take care of them so that I cannot loose more. Thank You.
Answer
Please refer to my answer in the previous questions.
Name
Salman Rushdie
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Profession
Question
My hair is rigid and stiff. After they grow beyond a certain length, they start to curl and twist. How do I stop this from happening?
Answer
This is the natural texture of your hair, which is genetically determined. You might want to try using a natural relaxing cream for your hair, but avoid the chemical ones, as they are extremely harmful. You would probably need to consult a hair dresser who knows how to apply these creams.
Name
Majid
- India
Profession
IT Professional
Question
Salamualikum,
I am 29 years old and have been suffering from hair loss and dandruff for the last 10 years. I am currently using Amla oil mixed with egg oil. My hair loss has reduced considerably though I have bald patch on the crown. Please tell me about regrowth of hair and how to cure dandruff.
Answer
Regarding the dandruff, you should use an antidandruff shampoo containing Titanium Oxide. Also the excessive use of oil might be a cause for your dandruff problem.
Regarding the regrowth of hair, please refer to my previous answers.
Name
Lilo
- Egypt
Profession
Question
I experienced a lot of hair loss during the last couple years...I admit I wasn't giving a lot of attention to it being busy in my work and also veiled...
I have visited a doctor who said to me that I have to use "hair back Lucien" and Bantogar capsules for the rest of my life to keep the hair on my head and slightly improve it..
I kept using his prescription for a while but I noticed it also grow more hair on my face , and it was just exhausting for me to remember using it regularly 3 times a day with such a busy life like mine… So I stopped using it….
From my medical history … I have made like 4 surgeries with Full anesthesia during my life time, and I wonder if that can affect hair health
My first surgery was in thyroid gland as it was producing a lot of its hormone, so I removed a piece of it … I was 16 by then
Recently, while doing a regular examination, my doctor asked for some tests and she found out that the remaining piece of my thyroid gland is not covering my body needs and she prescribed me one daily tablet of Altroxin 50.
I have been using it for almost 3 months now… and I notice that hair lose is much less than it used to be .. but I still lose some, beside I didn't regain the lost hair
Another issue that I am noticing some white hairs that are increasing so fast and I am only 26 years old
I appreciate your advice
Answer
Thyroid disorders may cause hair loss. However you should not worry, you will keep seeing an improvement in the coming months as your thyroid functions stabilize.
As for the white hair you have been noticing, this might be genetic.
Good luck
Name
Anna
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Profession
Question
Assalamu aleykum! My husband is drastically loosing hair. He is just 30 years old. The same happens with his 28 years old sister and 19 years old brother. What can it be? Is it curable? Thank you.
Answer
From what you are saying I would presume this may be a genetic disorder called androgenic alopecia.
They should take good care of their hair as well as use mioxidil lotion. They might also try mesotherapy as previously mentioned.
His sister should consult a physician for possible other disorders.
Name
Editor
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Profession
Question
What is your take on hair relaxants?
Answer
There are two kinds of hair relaxants, natural or chemical.
Generally, they should only be used by an expert as they should be applied with extreme care, or else they may cause severe damage to the hair.
Relaxants shouldn't be applied to the hair for more than 6-8 minutes and hair conditioner should always be used after shampooing.
Never use relaxants if you have experienced previous or existing hair loss.
Name
Editor
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Profession
Question
What is the best way to care for oily hair? How many times a week should oily hair be washed?
Answer
It depends on how oily the hair is. It is best to wash oily hair twice a week, and in some cases it three times a week. In addition to using special shampoos for oily hair.
Name
Editor
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Profession
Question
What is the best solution for split ends?
Answer
The presence of split ends indicates poor general health or damaged hair. First we need to check the general state of health, and then we make sure that we maintain a healthy diet.
Getting rid of any dandruff and regular trimming your hair to get rid of split ends will also help.
After that, cream baths and lotions can be used.
Name
Editor
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Profession
Question
If a woman has dry hair due to the use of hair dyes what can she do to bring her hair texture back to normal?
Answer
Good question. You should use tonics daily which will moisturize hair, use cream baths twice a week and trim your hair to get rid of split ends. Don't wash your hair more than twice a week so it does not become even more dry.
Taking care of your general health and making sure you have a healthy diet is very important. Avoid using the hair dryer and flat iron as much as possible.
Name
Editor
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Profession
Question
Do vitamins injected into the scalp really help hair to become healthy and strong? Which vitamin is used?
Answer
This is the mesotherapy we spoke about before. I just want to say that this therapy should be conducted by a physician, and can not be used on those younger than 18 years old.
Name
Editor
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Profession
Question
What are some of the reasons other than hormonal reasons for excess hair loss?
Answer
This includes psychological stress, stress due to pregnancy, delivery and breastfeeding, anaemia, malnutrition as well as local causes like dandruff.
Name
Editor
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Profession
Question
What is the best solution for dandruff?
Answer
Anti dandruff shampoos containing titanium oxide should be used. Leave it on the hair for five minutes and then wash it thoroughly. You might also use lotions containing Betamethasone and Salicylic acid every night.
Name
Halima
- Somalia
Profession
Secretary
Question
I have seen dandrufts in some of the children, how can I prevent or cure. Please advise.
Thank you.
