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research Expression of Collagen Type I, Skin Fibroblasts, and Macrophages After 1550 nm Erbium Glass Fractional Laser in Androgenic Alopecia

January 2020

The 1550 nm fractional Er:Glass laser improved hair regrowth in patients with androgenic alopecia, but didn't significantly change collagen type I, skin fibroblasts, or macrophages. More research is needed for optimal results.

research Evaluating the Efficacy of Platelet Rich Plasma and 1550 nm Fractional Laser in Combination and Alone for the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia

October 2022 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology”

Combining PRP and laser treatments improves hair density best for androgenetic alopecia.

research Lasers in the Management of Alopecia: A Review of Established Therapies and Advances in Treatment

April 2024 in “Lasers in medical science”

Lasers and light therapies are effective in promoting hair regrowth for different types of hair loss.

research Efficacy of Fractional Lasers in Treating Alopecia: A Literature Review

25 citations, August 2017 in “Lasers in Medical Science”

Fractional lasers seem effective and safe for treating hair loss, but more research is needed to find the best treatment methods.

research Erbium: YAG Laser (2,940 nm) Treatment Stimulates Hair Growth Through Upregulating Wnt 10b and β-Catenin Expression in C57BL/6 Mice

11 citations, January 2015 in “PubMed”

A specific laser treatment can promote hair growth in mice by increasing certain protein levels.

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community Dutasteride/finasteride theory

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride worked better for frontal scalp hair loss, while dutasteride helped the crown and mid-scalp but worsened the frontal area. The user shared personal experiences and invited open dialogue.

community Blood work after one year of fin/dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

After using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, a user's blood tests showed almost unchanged DHT levels and some out-of-range hormone levels. They experienced side effects when taking dutasteride daily and also take supplements that boost testosterone.

community Been on Propecia since 1997, recently switched to Topical Finasteride.. follow for updates, or to ask any questions about 23 years on Propecia.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 101 upvotes 3 years ago

User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.