Photographic Documentation of Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia

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.

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

The user has been using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, oral minoxidil, and minoxidil foam for hair loss but feels their hair is not as thick as desired. They have stopped using RU58841 due to lack of results and are concerned about hair miniaturization despite these treatments.

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.

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 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.