Recent content by jms519

When the doctor told me at age 41 that I had androgenic alopecia (hormone-caused), he said it was hereditary. I replied no one in my family had androgenic alopecia, and he said it didn't matter. It's still hereditary, which means even if I'm the first in the family, I now can pass it on. I just...

I'd say if you are getting good results with Nioxin alone, then stick with that. Minoxidil is a systemic drug, and if you can get by without it, I believe it is wise to do so. I cut back to once-a-day minoxidil instead of twice several months ago with no resulting hair loss. I also use it once...

I'm fairly new to the forums but I saw your post about Nioxin and Rogaine. I have used the shampoo and conditioner with minoxidil for some time with good results. The follicle booster isn't recommended for use with minoxidil, which may be because the combination would be harsh on the scalp...