On Fri, 7 Apr 2000 16:12:53 CDT Justin Hasselman <[log in to unmask]> writes: > My father just turned 48 years old and is starting to experience depression which I believe may be due to his low testosterone levels. > He's also going bald so his doc is going to > give > him a script for Proscar. Is this considered an unhealthy drug? > > Thanx for the help, > Justin Hasselman Justin, Your father is only 8 years younger than I. =o] I can help with the balding question... I am a licensed cosmetologist for 20 years, and have recommended Nioxin to many a client who is starting to have thinning hair. It is a shampoo with several different scalp treatments to go along with it. It was first designed for cancer patients, and 60% of them kept their hair during chemo, with the exception of eyebrows, lashes and other body hair. They do have a 30 day kit your Dad can purchase at either a beauty supply house or a salon. It states it lasts 30 days, but they really last about 50-60 days. It probably wont regrow hair, but with will help maintain what he has left. In 50% of my mail clients have had an increase in new hair growth. Look into it, it may be worth trying. Also, most prescription hair pills cause impudence or low sexual desire. Not helpful if your Dad is already feeling depresses. I want to state I am not affiliated with the Nioxin Co, what so ever. HTH Don't Judge A Book By It's Cover, You May Be Missing Out On A Great Story..... Trish