Photographic Assessment Improves Adherence to Recommended Follow-Up in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Cohort Study

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and added oral minoxidil to their regimen, noticing some improvement in hair volume and health. However, inconsistent photo angles and lighting make progress assessment difficult.

The post discusses using ImageJ software to objectively track hair regrowth progress. The user is treating Androgen alopecia with dutasteride and minoxidil.

A 30-year-old male with androgenic alopecia shows progress after using dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) and topical minoxidil (5% twice daily) for 3.5 months. Users suggest adding dermastamping for better results.

A dermatologist is developing a device to standardize hair progress photos for those using finasteride and minoxidil, aiming to provide consistent data on hair status. Users express skepticism about its practicality and cost, suggesting it might be more suitable for clinics than consumers.

A 27-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling for over six months to stabilize hair loss and prepare for a potential hair transplant. While some users suggest switching to dutasteride and increasing minoxidil usage, others note minimal progress, with some hair stabilization but concerns about thinning at the crown.

A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.