Newbie /w Receding hairline| Visit doctor or go on BIG 3?| Pics and Family history.|

[shree]

Family history:

Father side:
Father is bald, his brother is bald, but their father was not bald. They're grandfather was.

Mother side:
Mother is not bald, her father was bald, her grandfather was bald too.

Medicinal history:
Never used any medicine before. Just uses a dandruff shampoo.

Cosmetics tried:

I uses a partial hair system at times, as I work with a small group of artists for mime shows, sometimes its required to get a sharp looking hairline for the show .

picsbald clarity (webcam)).
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I know I can get minoxidl and finasteride without prescription, but should I visit a doctor or just get them from a pharmacy? Regarding nizoral, I've a dry skin, should I go for it?

This is my plan for treatment, is it fine or should go to a Doctor.?
1. Minoxidil 2 x a day
2. Finesteride (propecia/proscar) .
3. Nizoral 2 x a weeks

 

[lionheart]

I think thats the best thing to do (the big 3) as they call it

 

[wilson2]

I would consult a doctor before going on Finasteride.

 

[paphotoguyHLT]

The increased cancer risk scares me away from the pills. I know it's a slight risk, but if it's between losing my hair or possibly getting cancer, I'm going bald.

 

[shree]

Any idea what Norwood scale I fall on? I only have hairloss from my hairline now.

 

[tillymetcalfe]

hair color

thehennaguys.com offer 11 different hennas that can be mixed together to make over 70 different shades.

 

[djhair]

If I was you. I would at least start taking Minoxidil and try out finasteride for a month see how you feel, then take it from their. I don't really see the difference going to a doctor will make apart from confirm your own views, unless you want them to prescribe the finasteride for you depending on your age ?