Trichoscopy in Hair Restoration Practice: An Introduction for Hair Restoration Surgeons and Pathologists

The conversation discusses using USB microscopes for scalp photos and provides a link to an overview of trichoscopy. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.

The user has tried various treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Finasteride, Spironolactone, Pyrilutamide, and Ketoconazole for hair loss without success and is considering a scalp biopsy to diagnose another condition. Others suggest consulting a dermatologist and possibly getting a biopsy, as the issue might not be typical male pattern baldness.

The user is experiencing progressive hair thinning despite using finasteride and dutasteride. A biopsy confirmed male pattern baldness, and minoxidil was suggested as an additional treatment.

DUPA and retrograde alopecia may not be solely DHT-based, and a biopsy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, oral minoxidil, pioglitazone, clobetasol, calcipotriol, ketoconazole, and doxycycline, depending on the specific condition.

A hair transplant without using finasteride or similar medications may lead to unnatural results and further hair loss. Financially capable individuals are advised to stabilize hair loss with medication before considering a transplant.