Androgenetic alopecia In women?

I was diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia about 5 months ago. I had been using Rogaine for women for the past year because my hair was thinning so much however, I can't use it anymore because it irritates my scalp. The Dr. put me on spironolactone 50mg and I have been taking it for 5 months. I noticed the shedding in the shower has really decreased but the front of my scalp where I originally saw the balding has not changed. as a matter of fact i think it's gotten worse. Does anyone know how long it takes for the medicine to work. I also changed birth control pills recently i am on Seasonique and I am wondering if this causes hair loss. Any thoughts?Androgenetic alopecia In women?
I have read some blogs about others questioning the link between seasonique and hair loss (because the androgenic properties in seasonique). The extent to which a true relationship between the product and hair loss exists would require further investigation; and, possibly a conversation with your physician or pharmacist.


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