Hair loss is estimated to affect over fifty percent of the population. This is a common problem that can affect men, women, and adolescents. There is not a cure for hair loss, but scientists are working hard to change that. Hair loss is a medical condition that requires one to seek medical treatment. There are a number of hair loss treatments, approved by the Food and Drug Administration, which are successful in treating hair loss.
While men can benefit from Propecia, women who suffer from hair loss often feel overlooked in the battle to stop this condition from occurring. As women cannot take Propecia, they are left with few alternatives. Hair loss can cause one to experience depression, fear of social situations, and a loss of self esteem. We live in a world that is very much “appearance conscious.” The loss of hair can cause one to feel self-conscious and negative about outward appearances.
There is a new treatment used in the United Kingdom that is designed to alleviate hair loss in women. It is known as antiandrogen therapy or CPA. This treatment is not yet approved in the United States. CPA therapy has produced successful results of increasing the amount of cosmetically useful hair significantly, when up to two-hundred milligrams of aldosterone antagonist spironolactone is taken per day.
What is the Length of Time Needed for Results?
In order for the best results to be achieved, anti-androgen treatment must be used for a period of one year or more. Many women have used this treatment program for a period of two years. In some cases, it took an entire two years before there was significant improvement in the re-growth of new hair. A complete reversal of hair loss can only be achieved if the treatment is used within two years of the onset of hair loss. This is why it is so important to seek immediate medical treatment once you notice hair loss.
Usually, the amount or degree of results is dependent on the woman’s age and the length of time that she has been suffering from alopecia. In all cases, there has been an improvement in the quality of hair. If a woman withdrawals herself from the treatment process, then alopecia will most likely progress further. It is recommended that a patient must stick with the treatment program in order to see the best results.
Are There Side Effects to CPA Therapy?
The side effects of CPA therapy are very similar to those that are closely associated with an oral contraceptive. Spironolactone is known to cause disruptions in the menstrual cycle and an increase in menstrual bleeding. However, in most cases, there were no side effects reported.
CPA Conclusion
CPA therapy is designed to stop damage from occurring in the hair follicle by attacking the root cause of hair loss. It is unknown at this time when anti-androgen therapy will or if it will be approved for use in the United States. This treatment has helped thousands of women in the United Kingdom who suffered from hair loss. Only time will tell, what the future holds for CPA therapy. One day, Propecia may be altered and approved for women to use; until then, only men can reap the benefits of Propecia’s hair loss treatment.
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