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    GlossaryAdvancement Flaps

    surgical technique moving skin to cover nearby tissue loss

    Advancement flaps are a surgical technique used in reconstructive procedures, including hair restoration. In this method, a section of skin and underlying tissue is moved forward to cover a nearby area that has lost tissue or hair, without completely detaching it from its original blood supply. This technique helps to maintain the viability of the tissue while providing coverage or hair density to the affected area.

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      community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

      in Research/Science  743 upvotes 1 year ago
      A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

      community 22 years since the last major development

      in Technology  51 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.

      community Hairloss is mentally exhausting

      in Chat  25 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.

      community An idea that I came up with recently💡

      in Satire  289 upvotes 1 year ago
      User suggests rotating scalp 180 degrees to address hair loss. Others discuss sanity, ethics, and similar procedures like scalp reduction and hair transplants.

      community Just find a cure already, I am totally done

      in Chat  161 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.

      community Who here has maintained with finasteride for decades?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  133 upvotes 9 months ago
      People have been using finasteride for 10 to 20+ years to maintain their hairline, with many reporting success and no significant side effects. Some users have combined finasteride with minoxidil for better results, and a few have switched to dutasteride or added hair transplants when finasteride was less effective.

      community U/joaopassos444 , HATS OFF brother !!

      in Research/Science  126 upvotes 3 years ago
      A new hair loss treatment theory beyond minoxidil and finasteride is proposed, causing mixed reactions in the community, with some members eager to explore and support it, while others call for more research and evidence.

      community Update about Hair Follicle Glucose Metabolism: New Clinical Data Collection with Ex-President Of American Board Of Hair Restoration Surgery.

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 2 months ago
      David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.

      community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

      in Finasteride  42 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

      community Hope Medicine HMI-115 got 28M$ investment

      in Research/Science  61 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hope Medicine received a $28M investment for HMI-115, a monoclonal antibody in phase II trials for treating androgenetic alopecia. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness, while others find the investment and trial results encouraging.

      community Received Kintor’s KX-826 Today

      in Product  84 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user received Kintor’s KX-826/Pyrilutamide and shared initial impressions, noting concerns about the product's labeling and marketing. Other users discussed the legitimacy of the product, its effectiveness, and compared it to other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community microneedle, any long term users damage?

      in Microneedling  35 upvotes 4 months ago
      Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.

      community why hair restoration has not been progressed for last 20 years?

      in Chat  31 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments beyond finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if hair restoration technology has reached a dead end. Hair transplant technology has improved, but new medications face challenges with market entry, cost, accessibility, and long-term effectiveness.

      community Why is it barely impossible to find balding South Korean men

      in Research/Science  245 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the rarity of baldness among South Korean men. Users suggest this could be due to early treatment, high beauty standards, accessibility of healthcare, and genetics. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are commonly used, and hair transplants are also popular.

      community Donald Glover’s (aka Childish Gambino) seamless hair transplant results

      in Transplants 1 year ago
      Donald Glover's (aka Childish Gambino) hair transplant results, which appear to be moderate with around 1000 grafts. Various users discuss the previous and current appearance of his hairline and speculate that he may have used medications like Minoxidil or finasteride to stabilize before getting a transplant.

      community Hair Tattoo as a substitue to hair transplant

      in Transplants  517 upvotes 1 year ago
      A hair tattoo substitute for a hair transplant, which many people felt was not a good idea. Several treatments were suggested as alternatives, such as Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP) and wigs.

      community Finasteride only 9 months update

      in Progress Pictures  474 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year old user's progress with only finasteride in treating their hair loss, and other users suggesting minoxidil and dermarolling as additional treatments.

      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

      in Microneedling  289 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community Updates about KX-826 & GT20029

      in Research/Science  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses potential advancements in two hair loss drugs, KX-826 and GT20029, and the interest in whether transitioning from oral finasteride to these drugs would maintain hair growth. One reply expresses skepticism about the compounds' representation.

      community This is the best time in human history to be fighting hair loss

      in Treatment  192 upvotes 2 years ago
      This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.

      community Silicon Valley backed company aims to cure hair loss

      in Technology  51 upvotes 2 years ago
      A Silicon Valley-backed company aims to cure hair loss. Exciting advancements include mRNA therapies, gene editing, hair cloning, AR degraders, anti-androgens, cell-based rejuvenation, and AI-based drug discovery, with hopes for FDA approval of GT20029 within 10 years.

      community What would hair loss treatment be like in the 2030s?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses future hair loss treatments, with mentions of dutasteride potentially gaining FDA approval and increased popularity. Skepticism remains about significant advancements due to limited funding and reliance on cosmetic companies.
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