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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Side Effects
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Side Effects
by 1Helper, Sep 08, 2001 12:00AM
My son has had acne for a couple of years. He has used plenty of acne medicines to clear up his face. He has been losing his hair as a result. His face has cleared up but the continued hair loss continues. He is 15. Now I strongly believe this has to do with the medicines. I believe this was a side effect. The amount of dosage on the face could have possibly been too much for his age. Is this just a cycle? Will my sons hair grow back in? He is still using some topical medication now but I dont think it is as strong. I was wondering if there was anything I could use that could clear out his system? Maybe vitamins or something? Ive been thinking about Rogaine but I dont know what to do. Please help me doctor. My son has became deeply depressed by this.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Sep 09, 2001 12:00AM
, Sep 09, 2001 12:00AM
The first thing your son should do is see a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis. Acne medicines do not cause sustained hair loss, or at least I have never sent his happen, whatever package inserts may say. Hair loss can indeed be depressing in a 15=year-old. Before you do anything further, please get him examined.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
