Menopausal Hair Loss

Dr. Mary Claire Haver, creator and founder of The Galveston Diet discusses the science behind menopausal hair loss and what you can do about it.
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- About Dr. Mary Claire Haver and The Galveston Diet -
Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist from Tulane University. She is a Louisiana State University Medical Center graduate and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). She is also a Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause Society.
Dr. Haver was a clinical professor at UTMB and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Haver has served as a Hospitalist, Associate Residency Director, and Assistant Professor in her career. In 2021 she opened Mary Claire Wellness, a clinic dedicated to caring for the menopausal patient.
Dr. Haver has amassed over 3 million followers across social media by posting advice for women going through menopause. She understands that menopause healthcare is in dire need of change and is proud to be leading the conversation.
Her educational background and her own experience led Dr. Haver to develop the national bestselling book and online program, The Galveston Diet, a three-pronged lifestyle plan that encourages fuel refocusing, intermittent fasting, and anti-inflammatory nutrition to manage hormonal
symptoms, stabilize weight, and revitalize the body as it ages to provide benefits that will last a lifetime. Dr. Haver is working on her second book,
The New Menopause, which will be released in the Spring of 2024.
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[@jeepgurl1379]

“Remove the stressor”, that would be my husband and my job! 😆

[@ChildofGodforevr]

Me too. And I work for my husband. The stress will kill me soon. But I am losing my hair ALOT . I’m 54 now and my hair is half as thick as it used to be. I can’t wear bangs anymore. Just not enough hair.

[@Maria-kh2bd]

Good luck lol

[@4_4_4..]

Amen😅

[@nancykane8680]

Lol 😂🎉❤

[@leoniea138]

😂

[@kathe.o.]

I'm 73, been doing the side part since a co-worker who had training as a hairstylist suggested it. Because I was menopausal & my center part was thinning. Dr. Mary Claire Havers I just wish to GOD there had been a doctor of your sort available in my day. I am sharing your videos with my perimenopausal 43 year old daughter & a 51 year old new friend. You are amazing. My daughter still has hesitating in believing. But my 51 year old is gobbling up every video I send her.

[@CamiDiscerns]

I'm 33 and going through extreme hair loss, you can see my scalp all over. It's traumatizing, especially because my hair was very long, thick, healthy, full & a part of my identity, I LOVED my hair so so so much! My hair was always complemented & admired by people, its like I'm being punished. My hair loss started a year ago, but the last few months it has been just falling out, all day.. Showers are traumatizing, brushing is hell. I'm starting minoxidil tomorrow. I pray it works. I'm tripping so hard. Of all the aesthetic things that could happen to me, this is like taking my favorite part of me away from me.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

I would see a dermatologist as well ASAP

[@mrs.h4484]

Yes, see a dermatologist if have not done so. Don't take you are just losing hair due to genetics either. You may be low on something and stressing adds to it. I started losing hair on and off in my early 30's after starting a high stress job. The things that helped was birth control pills(low androgen), becoming pregnant, and minoxidil helped some. I just would notice hair growth with these things. These things, of course, at different times. So androgen has something to do with hair loss also. Every time I have had a stress to by body I would experience hair shed. To add there has been a study on rosemary oil, oregano oil works as well as minoxidil. To add, currently I am using keratin intensive hair drops.

[@denisescobie1058]

Same here grl I am so sad about this my man recommended me to go see a dermatologist so my doctor referred me to one im calling tom to set up an appmt im literally thinking of cutting my hair short if this doesn't stop im going to ask about minoxidil can't wait to see if this works im also going through premonapause u should see if you can find another doctor tht will listen to u good luck

[@Rene-cn4jc]

I’m in the same boat. I was a bit disappointed that the dermatologist I visited today told be to try using biotin for 3 months to start.

[@mjc42701]

Look into finasteride, my hair was thinning due to menopause, then I was diagnosed with Uterine cancer and went through a radical hysterectomy 9 months ago, I had a huge amount of hair fall out following surgery, I could see my scalp in areas, I started on finasteride 5mgs a day and my hair is very noticeably growing back, I had tried minoxidil and never saw much of a change, it only kept what I had or slowed down the loss, it also irritated my scalp, please talk to your doctor, I have not had any side effects and I am also on a .5 estradiol patch, again talk to your doctor but I have had great results.

[@capellihairextsny]

Rosemary ginger cloves. Saw palmetto. Pumpkin seeds. - so much more. This is my field

[@chai848]

Do you have a website? It’s very distressing to start losing hair but there must be natural things that help. Thank you:)

[@elainelerma9356]

I really am grateful for your videos! I am a heart attack survivor and I am going to be looking into taking HRT. I am 50 and in shape my doc told me it was a rare thing that I had a heart attack. Anyway thanks again for your videos.

[@katinaharden1989]

I have Graves disease, Hypothyroidism, hoshimotos and Celiac disease. And within the last 6-8 months I've started severe hot flashes and weight gain, anxiety, severe bloating... I could go on and on , but I'd end up writing a book right now. I'm going to an OBGYN at the end of this month. I feel so alone right now. Y'all are in my prayers 💕🌹

[@MGSpecial2023]

Oh Katrina, you are definitely NOT alone. Have you read her book? It really helps. I have had almost 30 symptoms of perimenopause over the OVER 10 years that I've been going thru it. 53 and still at the tail end I hope...praying all goes well for you with all these hormonal changes!

[@connielowry7529]

Graves disease is a hyperthyroid issue and you say you have hypothyroidism, so you cannot have hypothyroidism and Graves disease at the same time. You need to research that and talk to your doctor and look at your lab work.

[@marshad.9149]

@@connielowry7529hypo and hyper thyroidism can bounce back and forth. It’s a miserable experience I can relate.

[@nanzilla3000]

This video is so very helpful and informative! I’ve just in the last couple of months figured out that I am perimenopausal, but over the last year or so I’ve noticed the very same areas you indicated on your own scalp thinning on mine. I’ve tried castor oil to no avail and I have to keep my hair pulled back because I have a baby, and also I’m in Atlanta where it’s WAY to hot to wear my hair down. I am ordering minoxidil posthaste. God bless ya. I love that you teach us the science behind things and assume we’re smart enough to learn the information, which by the way is the same thing I love about the Galveston Diet so far- I feel that learning the science behind what has happened to my poor body will help me make great choices when I’m confronted with cravings or lack of motivation. I searched forever for information about menopause and felt so unprepared, but with your knowledge as a resource I am feeling much better about how to manage this time of my life. Especially because I have very young children and I don’t want to be suffering and temperamental while managing their emotions and development. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. I was so afraid and now I’m not. Golly that was verbose, sorry doc! Hahaha 😄

[@Laurenski67]

I'm so glad I found you! I love your honesty and your love for helping women. This was a super helpful video!

[@emilycarr7705]

We need more of you around! Love the well rounded aspect on Womens Health

[@tsakanimaswanganyi7282]

Hi doc...I'm Tsakani all the way from South Africa...I just found you! Am excited 😊 you are addressing me, all my problems thank you. I'm a subscriber now

[@fortheloveofmoon]

Thank you 🙏🏼 so much for posting informative videos of a topic peri/menopause that so many of us are not educated about. It’s a scary process due to scary in your face symptoms, and I find your YT video post and others here on YT helpful and informative, and much appreciated.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are so very welcome!

[@GermanZimmerer]

I lost my dad in 2020 to Sepsis. Then a few months later in 2022 my husband had another of his many affairs & filed for divorce. Then a few month later my only sibling (brother) six day's after celebrating his 46th birthday, dropped dead of a massive heart attack. He had no children & I have no children. I'm left to care for my only other immediate family member... my 88 year old mother. It's been really hard mentally/emotionally & physically with 3 spinal surgeries & now I'm in Perimenopaus. So, yup, I'm guessing my Dermatologist diagnosed me correctly with mild alopecia. 😫😭💔

[@jeangood2748]

Sending you ❤

[@carriekane5675]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for explaining the why and the how of what we women are dealing with in peri- and menopause!👏👏👏

[@lisettecampbell2138]

Thank you for this video. Just discovered your channel and really appreciate the content.

[@AmandaJYoungs]

How wonderful to find a young female doctor talking about this kind of thing! I'm so glad I found this channel. I don't have time to finish this video now so I've saved it and will come back to it later. I'm going to have information that makes sense to see my doctor with and I always like to be prepared when I see a doctor about a problem I already know I have.

[@belindamarie3222]

Yes..that's a good idea..otherwise you might get underserved...or at worst..mistreated. Thank goodness for Dr. Haver..she's very caring and a super smart physician. She's giving us women knowledge..and knowledge is power!🤗

[@belindamarie3222]

I saved it too!

[@agatagirlnovember7954]

44.5 years old recently night hot sweats and unusual hair loss, listening to you form Poland!!!!! We have monoxydyl here as well. I will try it out! Thank you for your fantastic work and all the helpful knowlegde we can get for free and from distance from you❤🎉😊

[@catherinepistone-cooper4635]

You are just the BEST! I can’t thank you enough for all the helpful info.

[@imsosan74]

Watching your videos is like talking to a friend that happens to be a Dr! Thank you thank you for posting! Many blessings 🙏🥰

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

YOu are so welcome!

[@omokaroojiire]

You give women hope Dr. Claire!!! Thanks

[@Hello-hf2bn]

Just do the rice water. I'm a hair dresser and this is instant and works quickly for so many. I use rice water as a mousse too. And stop coloring so dark and pulling in buns. Cut the hair and add the dimension, it makes a massive difference. There are fantastic toppers out there. The Mona by Suelly is literally 83 dollars right now. Totally customizable, human hair. Lightweight 3 clips. Very unique piece. Stop fighting this and trying to look young. Embrace the differences and age and don't be afraid to wear hair!

[@pamela9662]

My sister was seen by derms etc. Had the T. E. ( Massive hair loss) nobody really pin points the cause. She also lost massive amounts of muscle tine and weight and her skin was sooooo dry. We knew there were some thyroid issues erc.. Minoxidil was recommended but my sister wanted to get to the root of the cause. Pun intended. Finally she asked her doc for HRT. Finally she got the HRT- 6mos skin, health hair and body weight normalized 1 year later almost back to pre menopause (which by the way has been going on for a couple years) she had to demand treatment and of course pay out of pocket. But quality of life is much better. Vitality is back. My poor Sister ❤️we go through so much before we can get the help we need. Then we get hit over the head with having to pay out od pocket. Wtf is the point of insurance! It's so sad.. we are on our own. Thanks for shedding light on the subject ❤️

[@ladylo-fi6979]

That's so great to hear. What kind of HRT did your sister take? Estrogen and progesterone, I'm assuming?

[@Stylishh7]

Fantastic content. Great explanations of WHY. Very helpful. Thank You!

[@CamiDiscerns]

I wish I could find a doctor like you. You really know your stuff & are able to explain things so well. My period has become so abnormal, & my mother was post menopausal by literally 32, & my grandma was menopausal by 35... I'm 33... Doctors won't listen to me or even check my hormones. I think I'm perimenopausal. I wish a healthcare provider would listen.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

I am so sorry! I am building a database as we speak of healthcare professionals who are menopause friendlyE!

[@lornakurien7962]

My mother got her menopause early. So did my sister and me, at 40. Didn't know what was happening. I was paranoid and crazy.

[@Starlighthugs]

My last period was at 38 .. I am 53 never lost my hair I have long thick shiny healthy hair. Thank goodness!!

[@Good_Vibes...]

Dr. Claire, so many women are experiencing hair loss these days. I find the information invaluable. Thank you for the advice and suggestions!

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are so welcome!

[@annie.bo.briggs]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge ❤

[@laurischoolmarm]

You've made me feel better when my heart is breaking--for real.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Awwww. Big hug right here.

[@normakarina8722]

@@maryclairehavermd8473 hi doctor can you please tell me what body and face lotion you use? Thanks

[@georgia4539]

Thank you! This has been very helpful.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Glad it was helpful!

[@conniefernandez2221]

Your great with help and understanding Thank you!!!

[@nancytrobaugh1424]

so glad I discovered you! I am 58 and feel that I am pretty fit physically, however, I am post menopausal and am noticing some stubborn belly fat creeping on! Also, I have always had thick hair and am noticing thinning as well. You have explained a lot here today and very well, I might add! Thank you. I will subscribe and take a look at other videos. I am having a GYN visit to discuss HRT in January and to get blood work as well. Minoxidil is tempting! Looking forward to your videos. I'm in Texas and am curious about your Galveston Diet too.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are most welcome!

[@normagregory8400]

What if you take thyroid medicine and still have hair loss and doctor says labs ok

[@mjc42701]

I am the same age, look into finasteride, talk to your doctor, it has worked wonders for me, the Minoxidil irritated my scalp and only stopped or slowed the hair loss. I also started .5 estadol patch HRT.

[@marlenegold280]

@@normagregory8400 ‘Ok’ does not mean optimal. Neither does ‘in range’ as reference ranges are too wide. Ask doctor for a copy of your labs including reference ranges, each time you test anything… to even know if doctor is testing the thyroid panel and not just TSH, a pituitary marker.

[@alisonjackson5814]

Then yours isn’t caused by low thyroxin… it’s caused by this other hormone change she describes in the video.

[@DelindaHenderson]

Great information! 👍🏻 So helpful.

[@adp4259]

Dr. Haver!!! You delivered my twin boys in 2004 in Katy. Oh! I need help with all of this peri menopause/menopause stuff. So happy to find you are helping women with this. You are absolutely brilliant and an incredible doctor. Looking forward to following your advice. 🙏🙏

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

OMG!!!! Hi! So happy to hear from you and thank you so very much!

[@Dogandcatmom51]

@@maryclairehavermd8473 , hi. Thanks for the video. I keep hearing iron mentioned in these discussions. Women over 50 should not take extra iron unless they are deficient, right? I purposely chose a multivitamin without iron because I’ve read that people over 50 should not take iron supplements unless directed to by a doctor.

[@jenynz5334]

​@Dogandcatmom51 I just know iron should not be supplemented unless it comes from food sources. 99% of iron supplements don't come from food sources. I hope you get your answer.

[@RoseMary-gl4ee]

Mega good video Thank you!!

[@kimbrand1512]

I really love your honesty and being real❤

[@belindamarie3222]

Thank you..thank you..thank you. You're doing women such a wonderful service. Stay well and blessed ❤🙌🏽

[@sannat-l8610]

”Fred and Ginger” 😂! That made my day. Thank you, Dr Havers for a great and informative video. I`m 50 and experiencing hairloss 😢

[@SBryan-zh6mi]

You go girl .That makes so much more sense!!!!!!

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Glad to be helpful.

[@Cous5352]

Great delivery…..very personable, very thorough, very well explained….simply excellent! Wish you were a doctor near me….

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Wow, thank you!

[@angeltitis8723]

Me too 😔

[@user-vk1qk6le4r]

Just a correction, minoxidil does not block DHT. The exact mechanism of minoxidil on inducing hair growth is still being researched and there are different possible mechanisms, but none include blockage of androgen receptors. That is why minoxidil won’t stop the progression of androgenetic alopecia. 🙂

[@dr.sylviareddychukkareddy9051]

Hardwork...informative..🙏🙏🙏thnk u...God bless🙏🙏...can reduce the fidgeting 🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍

[@donnawalser7304]

My hairdresser has told me to stop pulling hair back into ponytail as I was losing hair through pulling stress at temples and all around the back. I’ve had a shorter blunt cut that I can’t put up and hopefully it will recover.

[@mrsmc2612]

I love this! So needed

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

awesome!

[@cristinadriviera8144]

I experienced really bad sides from minoxidal. Low blood pressure, aging skin, heart palpitations. I'm sick of there being nothing for women. Be careful.

[@lindaschwartz504]

This is amazing information. I am 58 and now a Zumba Fitness instructor and on my way to becoming a Personal Trainer. I just went for a haircut the other day and my stylist told me that my hair is thinning out. I am a vegetarian and still eat poultry on the weekends. So I eat lots of veggies, tempeh, tofu and hummus as well as plenty of fruit. I must drink lots of water through out the day too! My own personal trainer told me to drink 1 gallon each day, and that's not so easy because I cannot sleep well. So I drink about 60 oz and maybe 1-2 days per week I drink 100 oz. However, I do take Maca Root Capsules for my hot flashes and feel really good because it balances my hormones too! There is so much to learn! Thanks for all the information!

[@racheljagger3863]

Minoxidil does not block dht

[@anitaortiz4927]

I’ve used Rogaine and it really works but it also has a cycle. It thickened each shaft and less brittle. Your hair builds a resistance against it but eventually works again

[@shortbutsweet25]

My hair was never thick, but now my hair is starting to thin 😭😭😭😭. My hair is normally fine, I have heard clove water helps which I am trying. I am also peri-menopausal, and my last period was a few months ago. I am quite stressed about it as you can also see my scalp in the sun ☹️. So I am glad I found this channel to help me to try and understand peri-menopausal symptoms. Love this channel already.

[@egar5027]

Hi there, i have thin hair thinning too, and now on perimenopause it's even worst. So, these things are helping me a lot, (it's still falling but no so much, and it's also growing a lot too): -Pumpkin seed oil capsules _Nuts (a handful) daily any,( except peanuts,) and brazil coconuts only take 1 a day, it's packed with selenium but you only need one otherwise your weight will increase. _Increase protein intake _Good collagen supplement _2 litres of water daily _No ponytails at all _Redken champoo (i'm on the freeze free, red one at the moment, but i find them all good), as long as it's not cheap shampoo, the hair needs it now. _A hair mask with a mixture of avocado oil, almond oil, castor oil, rosemary oil (just 2 drops), olive oil, pure argan oil. I buy these oils separately, 100% pure, only the oil. Make a mixture in a bottle, mostly the almond oil, a quarter of the castor and avocado, it doesn't have to be specific, the important thing is to soak the hair in the oil, i put it in my hands carefully as it's messy and i just apply it as a mask, massage, specially on hair line, I put it up on a bun in the morning and wash it all of in the night shower, just ones a month or so... _Vitamins : I take vit D2& K2, vit C, magnesium, zinc, ubiquinol, omega3. good quality supplements,( not cheap ones from the market.) _And topically after every wash i take this serum that it's really magic, I can see baby hairs on top of my hair and my hair line!, it's by Scandinavian Biolabs ( I saw it in an add on youtube), it's not cheap, but it really works, i'm already using a 4th bottle. They do the whole range, but I didn't like the shampoo, only the serum, and it's like water, it won't bother the hair styling. _I also try to avoid hairdressers as much as i can, as they can be to rough with the hair. My hair it's very shinny at the moment and i really think all this makes a difference. I used to eat a lot of salmon, tuna, avocadoes and just whole foods, but 3 months ago i went vegan, and i could notice in my hair ( probably not the best time to turn vegan! ). _Also no sugar ! Hope this helps. Regards

[@nosilla2224]

I use a rosemary and clove rinse in my hair. I have noticed an improvement within the last few months.

[@andreaverderame644]

U r the best!!! Thank u so very much!!!

[@kathystewart3873]

New follower-you’re fabulous!

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Thank you!

[@fitfreedom]

Fantastic info and tips! Thankyou so much for taking your time to explain how this drug works and helping other women. xx

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are most welcome.

[@Juliet42110]

At the beginning of summer nothing bad happened to me personally, but I watched so many family members go through horrible trials (infidelity, divorce, cancer) and I had 3 of my close friends or their parents pass away. I feel like worrying about the people I love and feeling their pain and being there for them, has put me in a stress hair loss state. Its a few months from when those events happened and now the shed it on.

[@denisescobie1058]

Thank u so much Dr Haver I just had a major surgery a year ago im in my early forties and unfortunately had to have a partial hysterectomy leaving my ovaries 😢thankfully I have three beautiful living children and a wonderful man but it has put me and him through alot of havac with the loss of my hair and not having the same sex drive but yeh I am going through early menopause just found about 3 weeks ago and I just started losing my hair the past couple days every time I comb big chunks of hair comes out and the bottom of my hair you can literally pull the strands out

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Time to see a dermatologist.

[@shogan7939]

«Of course I’m 53 so I have a side part…» Love it! 😂 I’m 50 and I’m so with you!

[@leionahikes]

I would love to hear somebody talk about abnormal facial hair growth growth on the arms and thickening of the hair on the legs due to menopause or pre menopause. Everybody seems to talk about hair loss but nobody talks about hair gain

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Great idea!

[@valerofam]

Thank you so much. You answered so many of my questions.❤❤

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are so welcome!

[@DoItWrightRo]

I'm so happy to have found your channel. I'm pwrimenopause.

[@lornakurien7962]

If you stop taking minoxidil, it can cause shedding of hair. Rosemary essential oil works as well, with no side effects. I use hair oil with organic coconut oil, castor oil and 3 drops of Rosemary. It works for hairfall.

[@rhondacoburn7888]

Do you put all the oils in your hair all at once

[@saga2964]

I just discovered you a month ago and I am SO glad I did!!! Everyone talks about hot flashes and crankiness, but meanwhile I was suffering crippling anxiety, terrible muscle and joint pain (including a frozen shoulder!), immobilizing sleepiness a d brain fog (to the point of being worried about dementia!), thermoregulatory troubles (terrible chills as well as heat/sweating), incapacitating sleep disturbance, and urinary issues...etc. I had NO idea menopause can cause these things!!! They're real and it's so scary when you don't know what's going wrong!!! I bought your book and I'm working on fasting and incorporating more good foods into my diet. I'd like to try your supplements too, but they are definitely not inexpensive! I am hoping that in a future video you might address the costs (like high cost to produce? Esp high quality? How do you control the ingredients and quality? Etc.), as I am intrigued and in looking into your info so far, you do seem genuinely interested in women's care and very knowledgeable--not just out to make a buck! Thank you and hoping to hear from you bc I appreciate your work! ❤

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

We talk about this sometimes in our online community. There you can talk with other women and share ideas etc. One strategy that we talk about is trying to find a place that sells discount produce or even using frozen when possible as it is often cheaper and just as high quality. Here is a link to join our community. It's free but you do need to make an account. bit.ly/3MlTkKM ~ XO Community Support Team

[@saga2964]

@@maryclairehavermd8473 you are AMAZING!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for the reply and info! ❤

[@saga2964]

@@maryclairehavermd8473 ... and I meant about your supplements. I'd love to know more about the quality control you have for them (since you can hear time and again how supplements aren't regulated, so quality can be an issue) and maybe why they are so expensive (for example, the sources for production of them are strictly monitored and high quality, etc.).

[@Zoe.TheBody360]

Topical progesterone can also be very helpful for hair loss. Important for women to test ferritin not just FBC and haemoglobin. I would suggest topical progesterone, saw palmetto and pumpkin seed extract if you don't want to go down the minoxidil route....or add these to the minoxidil. Question I thought spirinolactone was very dangerous to the liver?

[@seemamajid855]

Thank you! God bless you for your time and effort. Please tell me which brand of Minoxidil you are using? Amazon has so many want to use the one which you have been using. Thank you so much!!!

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Kirklands

[@chronicallymeg5115]

So I’m 46, started bcp’s in January ( peri, adenomyosis, and terrible periods,) I had a great response. Started keto right after because I had gained 30 lbs with Covid /peri/ quit smoking , lost 25 lbs. After 3 months the pharmacy substitute a different brand of bcp’s , now I’m losing hair by the handful. I can see my scalp on both sides where I normally have baby hairs. I’m not sure which to investigate first …

[@rwaterssydney]

Yaz is fantastic, but i quit for 4 months, at 43, and then a third of my hair fell out, I am now back on it and hope to grow it back in the next 6 - 12 months. Daily topical rosemary oil slowed the shed within days, with double zinc supplement intake.

[@BA-tu5eb]

I am just seeing your podcast for the first time. Thank you for such great information! I went on bhrt a year ago and feel SO much better, hair regrowth great, but love the sound of this. Do you think Manoxidyl is safe for someone with low blood pressure even though it's better on hair growth? Thanks again!

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Best to clear this with the physician who prescribed your blood pressure issues.

[@DK-sc4hb]

My hair loss story blah blah blah, horrible but to your question, I have used the topical minoxidil but recently heard of great results with an oral minoxidil, which is given by prescription . Just asked my physician about it last week and he abruptly said no, he wouldn’t prescribe it because it will cause my blood pressure to plummet. What is bhrt?

[@QueenCreole77]

So grateful for your video. I’ve been spinning my wheels trying to find out what type of doctor I should see because I’ve lost a lot of hair. I do have hypothyroid, waiting for New results on that and I had surgery back in February so I’ve heard that could be a reason? But my hair has been thinning for the last two years. I Had a hysterectomy and Louise removed 20 years ago. I am 63 years. I skin is also changed trying to get into Dermatologist.

[@cheryldupree4093]

I've had back surgery and have been losing a ton of hair for 10 months....56 years old and it's not stopping. : (

[@bjackyq]

Hello 👋 I just discovered your videos, wow, what a world of information! love, love the way you explain things, thank you. i am 54 Y/O post meno for the past 20 years, i know, awful 😵‍💫 losing hair for the past 3-4 months, guessing because of being overwork (110 hours a week) i know, bad woman 🤦‍♀ wish i can be closer to Houston so i can go to your brand new clinic; i have issues that i know you can help me with; i guess your videos will do, i'll try the Minoxidil and the rosemary, thank you again... best wishes

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You can check us out online at www.galvestondiet.com

[@lindamurray6247]

Thank you so much for all your dedication. I was going to ask you about hair color- it’s okay to get your hair colored? It won’t create more hair loss? Any thoughts on hydro scalp facials and how about the laser headbands? Thanks for your time.

[@Andearea]

I wish there was a “coles notes” version of this video. I just don’t have the time. Quicker point form would be GREAT!

[@debgilbert3206]

Thank you for the recommendations of the spray bottle and using it only at night. I stopped using minoxidil because I didn't like using the foam and couldn't keep up with the twice a day recommendations.

[@alonatetter]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! What if I have hypothyroidism, can I still use the recommended treatment?

[@cald3216]

I signed up for your meal plans And it’s all what I already live life as I am a vegan and besides all the meat .. I already eat clean … and I lose weight But the belly is STILL there . I’m sure I’m not the only one any one with the same problem give me a thumbs up Perhaps . Dr Haver can help us ?

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Yes she can! It seems like intermittent fasting is going to be the key for you! Learn more about us at www.galvestondiet.com

[@cald3216]

@@maryclairehavermd8473 I already intermediate fast 16 hours

[@cald3216]

@@maryclairehavermd8473 I’ve been intermittent fasting for years already , currently I fast 16 hours at a time or more 18 hours , so this goes further than nutrition and fasting , something goes deeper than this .. I have no kids , never been heavy ,

[@pochirajugeeta1254]

Please do a video on arthritis and body pains and joint pains after menopause

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Sure!

[@Rukhsar219UI]

Using natural oils during scalp massages really works in hair fall control. Oils such as coconut, onion, as well as rosemary are particularly good. I combine a few drops of rosemary oil to my liiitlleextra cocooionn shampoo and hair oil set, and this really helped in seeing good hair growth.

[@esergecer6805]

I agree everything you said and thank you🥰

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are most welcome!

[@lornakurien7962]

Go to a trichologist asap

[@Atheria444]

I "think" I'm having some success (started sleeping with it on my head on 4/20/22) with rosemary essential oil mixed with a little EVOO for my worse sudden hair loss now. I've had hair loss for decades, but it's dramatically worse now and I've lost 50% of my hair that was never thick to begin with. I'm 55. I have lots of little baby hairs now in my temples and all along my hairline. Rosemary essential oil was tested against Minoxidil and did just as well with less side effects.

[@JohannesJunkJournalLife]

Funny I went to a dyeing bald dermatologist for a check up. I mentioned my hair loss and he laughed. I think I need a new one.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You should!

[@2brunhilda]

Nice tip on minoxidil

[@bhuvanaiyer3595]

You are amazing. I'm 37 and have early menopause because of genetics have severe hair loss and experiencing all that you explained and mentioned. I have done my lab tests and all of them are fine. Will minoxidil really work and is there an alternate solution like minoxidil and any natural remedies? Also having bad sleep because menopause. Please advise

[@mymiracle79]

You look absolutely great.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Oh thank you!

[@ginaausley862]

Viviscal has brought my hair back and not as expensive as Nutrafol and is in tablet form!!!!

[@ironmaidenfitness654]

I lost hair after having COVID. It’s starting to grow back finally but will take forever to get it as long as the rest 🙃

[@JuliaCantley]

My hair is already very fine, losing any hair even a little is devastating. My mom at 60 has had been losing hair and it's been thinning for so many years. Btw, your side part is awesome bc not everyone looks good with it parted in the middle ;)

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Thanks for sharing and thank you! Side part forever!

[@lisagregory9011]

Thank you for the info. Just wanted to ask what you think about women taking saw palmetto for hair loss?

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

I have not found any studies to support its use for this!

[@sutash9043]

I haven't even hit menopause yet, I'm 43 and I'm already losing hair in the parting line and sides. :-( I don't think I can afford any medicines or ANY ANYTHING, really nothing, I can afford to breathe and work work work, (personal project), but at least I want to know what's happening with me and if can at least be stopped, not regrowing hair for the time being but at least stop losing it. I had a consultation with a dermatologist a month ago and she just prescripted a shampoo for dandruff. She never bothered explaining anything. I'm not going to waste my money and time.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Sorry about that!

[@deedee2218]

I’m so sorry you had to go through that. That is a lot in such a short period of time. How are you holding up? ❤

[@deegey1]

Thx for the great video on hair loss. I react terribly to minoxidil and cannot use it. Am not sure what else to do. Used Nutrafol and no it doesn't work. Am trying rosemary now. Have seen three dermatologists and the last has me on Finesteride which doesn't seem to work! May try minoxidil again. Had a hysterectomy at 28 and still take estriodol, but probably not enough. I am 82!

[@sabinabirnie3761]

I used Minoxidil but sadly it caused scabs on my scalp and so I had to stop. Is this a common side effect?

[@heididorr2635]

thank you again for all of your help because menopause is kicking my ass and you are a north star...i started HRT a year ago and a couple of months in my integrative med PA doubled my HRT and told me to check back in three months...welp- my boobs felt like i was pregnant, my body was covered in red itchy hives, insomnia, irritability off the charts, and literally half my hair fell out before i realized what was happening...Q: will my hair loss that happened due to to much progesterone and estrogen grow back? i'm traumatized and still trying to find the right dose for me while scrambling to understand if i can grow my hair back. thank you!

[@alisonjackson5814]

Big increases of hrt can cause these symptoms. Only increase oestrogen, in small increments to reduce these side effects.

[@heididorr2635]

@@alisonjackson5814 thank you for the reply- yes, i found that out the hard way...my PA should never have doubled my dose. do you have any idea if i can grow my hair back now? i'm taking collagen and biotin.

[@esme10e87]

I'm from the UK and read Finasteride helps with hair growth (post menopausal). I've contacted two companies which sell it but they both say its not suitable for women and not licenced to sell it - . I'm so confused as you say we can take it. I would like to start taking along side minoxidil. I am so desperate to save what hair I have left. Thank you

[@Taluta394]

I have lots of hair but I’m noticed a slight thinning on the small top of my head. My hair is very thickness.my sister lost her 16 yr old son to cancer and she now has less than a 1/4 the hair she had before he died. My hair grows pretty fast. My hair was always waistline length and cut very short during pandemic and stopped dying it . Now short & gray

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Thank you for sharing your story!

[@fabienneb8641]

Very informative, thank you ! And you look like you are about 35. Btw, what has worked for me is MSM and vegetal placenta. I have thick hair, but I'm educating myself in advance before menopause hits.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Good for you.

[@rachelb7068]

You can also add MSM to you facial and body moisturizers. It's amazing for your skin.😊

[@theseergoddess7774]

Ok. Not hair loss related, but menopause question! WHY is my chest always hurting and the anxiety is non stop!!!!!!!! (I read that as menopause goes on this can get worse, which it has over time)

[@vipin6986]

So lucky the new hair has color. My new hairs are always grey

[@73cidalia]

This is what I’m afraid of. I already started having issues with hair loss since my 20s. Worse at times, better at times. Definitely can’t afford to lose more hair. I’d have to shave it off. Combination birth control is not an option for me because of my migraines.

[@tammiestarks6464]

Can you provide a link to the FDA study on the 12 compounding pharmacies?

[@Roses-lilac]

I find cod liver oil and brewers yeast helpful. Hair is bouncy and healthy. Can’t say it replaces hair loss but what I have looks a lot better.

[@petravazanska5707]

I am 42, i have no uterus since 39 I am scared already. I ve never had problems with hairloss until my hysterectomy.

[@swampqueen6204]

Hello, Dr. Haver! I'm also a new subscriber. Would minoxidil cause a problem with my platinum hair color? It's actually bleached.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

I am not sure. Ask your cosmetologist.

[@heidisweeten7320]

What about for women, like myself, who have had a total hysterectomy? Not to mention Gallbladder removal. Can this contribute to hair thinning? And would that type of hair medicine help?

[@detwalker7874]

does hairdye affect or weaken follicles and hairloss? It seems like my hairloss started around same time i began using cheap store bought dye instead of going to salon for professional dye job, (approx 4 yrs ago). In fact, it seems like i notice more loss in days/weeks following home hairdying. i follow all instructions for proper amount of time, and color is not overly lightening, etc... i am 55 yrs old. In the beginning, i was seeing lots of hairloss in shower, but not anymore... yet i am still seeing less and less hair on my head. Right in the front/center is where i notice the thinning and hairline receded a little and is continuing to. also seems like i have less or thinner hair all over, but front/center is where i can actually see thinning, and see thru to my scalp. thyroid tested no problems...ferritin a little low...

[@seven471]

What about scalp psoriasis... does it help that? Also, mine suggested oral minoxidil What are your thoughts?

[@sheryldrobny2019]

I have found that using a 3 ml syringe and a blunt tip needle to apply Minoxidil gives me more control when I apply it. Draw up about .3 mls and apply to desired area until full dose is on scalp. Rub in as you go. It isn’t so messy and doesn’t get on your hair as much.

[@kathybrooks-uz2kv]

Awesome 🇺🇸 I'm a breast cancer 🎀 survivor 9years remission all most still bald