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November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
The ARTAS robotic system for hair restoration is efficient with fewer cuts than manual methods, but it's limited to certain hair types and can still leave scars.
User experienced hair loss and tried Minoxidil, laser helmet, and Finasteride. Finasteride caused depression and sexual side effects, but user had a successful hair transplant.
The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation is about whether topical finasteride and minoxidil need to be applied directly to the affected areas of the scalp or if they can be spread through blood vessels. It also asks how long topical finasteride remains on a pillow.
A user who buzzed their hair, raising their confidence. Other users suggested trying finasteride to thicken the existing hair or using hair systems as an alternative. Additionally, toppik was suggested as a way to fill in thinning areas.