The Doctors: Is Male Balding Caused By Over-Abundance Of Testosterone?
Like many men, Robert, 55, is bald, and wondered if balding was caused by an over-abundance of testosterone. Dr. Andrew Ordon revealed that answer is actually neither yes nor no. Balding is caused by DHT, a byproduct of testosterone. It’s not the amount of DHT that causes balding, but how long it stays in your system.
There are great oral mediciations and topical liquids and foams that can prevent balding, however, you must start early at the first signs of thinning hair.
The Drs: Can You Receive a Facial Massage After Having Botox?
The Doctors discussed whether testosterone causes male baldness and the difference between a food allergy and an intolerance.
Claire, 49, asked if it was okay to receive a facial massage after recently having Botox. Dr. Ordon said that you should definitely wait at least a week. If you rub the area too soon, the Botox or other injectable filler can spread. Also, avoid working out too intensely during this period.
The Doctors: Developing Allergies Later In Life & Allergy vs. Intolerance
Mackenzie is 25 and just discovered that she can no longer eat avocado. Her question was, “why is it possible to develop allergies later in life?”
Dr. Jim Sears fielded this question. He explained that most food reactions aren’t an allergy, but an intolerance. An actual allergy will produce worsening reactions to even small amounts of the food, which can be life-threatening. So if you’re having a reaction to a certain food, definitely get tested to find out whether it’s a food allergy vs. intolerance.
The Drs: What Causes Headaches Before Menstrual Cycle?
Pam, 31, wrote in to ask why she’s developing headaches and sore throats just before her menstrual cycle. Is there a connection between the two? Dr. Lisa Masterson said that hormonal changes just before a woman’s period can cause many different side effects. Sorry, ladies!
See more of these answers in the video below.
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