Does it start for me? Questions and recap for next steps
Hi all,
The pictures attached to this thread show my current scalp.
I’m 35, and I’ve noticed that the “swirl” has grown in a visible way.
It’s been like this for a few months, now. I really didn't notice anything before.
Obviously, photos depends on lightning, angle, etc.
Still, can we say the hairless it’s “starting” and it will now widen over time?
Am I correct in assuming in hairloss genes could still “kick in” last “late” as 35yo?
and Is it thus worth it in my case too look into it? (Or if alternatively it would stay like this for a while)
Looking at the subreddit for the past couple of months, here’s what I understand for next steps:
- Choose one of the medication to start with.
- In most cases, it would start shedding, and actually would make me lose hair in an even more visible way for multiple months.
- Only after a year, it will start growing again, and improving.
In terms of medication:
I’m looking at Dutasteride, as it looks like it’s the most efficient molecule. (From the chart here)
Should I go for something else first?
What’s the difference between all of them?
Is it just that some work better, depending on the person, or they are more aggressive, different side effects? Do all need to be taken everyday?
Also:
As results would only appear for a year, does it then mean that if I try one of the methods, I should stick to it for a year, or would I know earlier if I should switch?
That’s quite a few questions, but I hope it’s clear and not too much.
Thanks in advance for your help!