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  • johnbath
    Member
    • Aug 2012
    • 38

    What is going on with my hair?

    Well, since i was little i've always had a dodgy hairline that was inbetween an NW1-2. I always had my hair shorter aswell but with a fringe so i hid the temples but yeah. Lately i've been worrying if i'm actually receding, because well, my hair does look like its receding. I first noticed it back when i was 15 when i pulled my hair back and it looks pretty much the same now (im 19). I only see 1 or 2 hairs in the shower and don't really lose any if i run my hand through my hair. It is also the same thickness as it always has been. Anyway, id appreciate it if you could give me your opinion on it. Im booked in for an appointment for a free consultation at belgravia next week so i'll see what they say.
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  • 8868alex
    Senior Member
    • May 2010
    • 279

    #2
    Hi

    It's difficult to tell from the photos, but I would say it is the early stages of mpb. It may progress slowly but I think you are wise to get an expert opinion. A word of advice, Belgravia will charge extortionate prices and they do not offer minaturisation tests, or even a proper assessment by a doctor. If you want to get a proper analysis, then you should consult Dr Bessam Farjo. He is currently the only IAHRS members in the UK.

    Good luck

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    • johnbath
      Member
      • Aug 2012
      • 38

      #3
      Originally posted by 8868alex
      Hi

      It's difficult to tell from the photos, but I would say it is the early stages of mpb. It may progress slowly but I think you are wise to get an expert opinion. A word of advice, Belgravia will charge extortionate prices and they do not offer minaturisation tests, or even a proper assessment by a doctor. If you want to get a proper analysis, then you should consult Dr Bessam Farjo. He is currently the only IAHRS members in the UK.

      Good luck
      Thanks, i've just done there online form. So they do miniaturisation tests? I just wanted Belgravia's opinion on it. I won't be buying anything from them aha.

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      • 8868alex
        Senior Member
        • May 2010
        • 279

        #4
        Originally posted by johnbath
        Thanks, i've just done there online form. So they do miniaturisation tests? I just wanted Belgravia's opinion on it. I won't be buying anything from them aha.
        Smart move. All I know is that Bessa Farjo seems to be the most respected Dr in the UK and that his practice should offer a good service. I'd be really interested to hear how you get on so please update us after your consultations.

        Cheers

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        • johnbath
          Member
          • Aug 2012
          • 38

          #5
          Originally posted by 8868alex
          Smart move. All I know is that Bessa Farjo seems to be the most respected Dr in the UK and that his practice should offer a good service. I'd be really interested to hear how you get on so please update us after your consultations.

          Cheers
          I will do, although if it is MPB which is causing it then aslong as it goes at a slow rate i may just leave it. Not fancy propecia with the side effects and better treatments could be out soon!

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          • amadeus
            Senior Member
            • Dec 2008
            • 288

            #6
            Leaving it a good option as long as you are prepared to eventually go bald if some of the newer treatments don't come out for several years. Right now your hair look pretty good so i would not worry about it too much.

            Originally posted by johnbath
            I will do, although if it is MPB which is causing it then aslong as it goes at a slow rate i may just leave it. Not fancy propecia with the side effects and better treatments could be out soon!

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            • johnbath
              Member
              • Aug 2012
              • 38

              #7
              Originally posted by amadeus
              Leaving it a good option as long as you are prepared to eventually go bald if some of the newer treatments don't come out for several years. Right now your hair look pretty good so i would not worry about it too much.
              I think i will just leave it for the moment, could rogaine help the hairline? If it gets any worse then i'll look into treatments i think

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              • Maradona
                Senior Member
                • Nov 2011
                • 822

                #8
                Originally posted by johnbath
                I think i will just leave it for the moment, could rogaine help the hairline? If it gets any worse then i'll look into treatments i think
                If you've been like that for a long time. I would not risk it with Rogaine.

                Are you sure you see 2 hairs in the shower? How many times a week do you shower?

                That means you don't have MPB at all. Just a full blown mature hairline.

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                • PatientlyWaiting
                  Senior Member
                  • Jan 2011
                  • 1637

                  #9
                  Your hairline is receding.

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                  • johnbath
                    Member
                    • Aug 2012
                    • 38

                    #10
                    Originally posted by Maradona
                    If you've been like that for a long time. I would not risk it with Rogaine.

                    Are you sure you see 2 hairs in the shower? How many times a week do you shower?

                    That means you don't have MPB at all. Just a full blown mature hairline.
                    When i was around 16 i started losing a lot of hair like in the shower, now there's virtually nothing. If i run my hand through it none come out, and i shower everyday. Doesn't it look too receded though to be a mature hairline?

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                    • johnbath
                      Member
                      • Aug 2012
                      • 38

                      #11
                      Originally posted by 8868alex
                      Hi

                      It's difficult to tell from the photos, but I would say it is the early stages of mpb. It may progress slowly but I think you are wise to get an expert opinion. A word of advice, Belgravia will charge extortionate prices and they do not offer minaturisation tests, or even a proper assessment by a doctor. If you want to get a proper analysis, then you should consult Dr Bessam Farjo. He is currently the only IAHRS members in the UK.

                      Good luck
                      Went to Belgravia yesterday and i have to agree they are very expensive. But their results from their stronger products are outstanding. They say their minoxidil is 93% effective. Anyways the lady said my hair has receded half an inch from my juvenile hairline, but that the hair behind my hairline was still thick and not miniaturising. But they offered me two products (minoxidil 8% + mpg + caff and minoxidil 10% + AA) But it comes to £900 for a years supply. If i knew i would get the same results as all the photos they showed me i would definitely do it

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                      • johnbath
                        Member
                        • Aug 2012
                        • 38

                        #12
                        Just a quick check up for people. My hair is exactly the same as it was 9 months ago, I still have little hairs around the hairline that fall out and then grow back. Do you guys still think this is mpb if it hasn't progressed at all?

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