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GlossaryCupping Therapy

Cupping Therapy, also known simply as cupping, is an ancient form of alternative medicine where special cups are placed on the skin to create suction. This suction is believed to improve blood flow, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. The therapy can be performed using various methods, including dry cupping (suction only) and wet cupping (suction combined with controlled medicinal bleeding). It is often used to treat pain, muscle tension, and other ailments.

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community Started Finasteride + Derma rolling

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 3 years ago

The user started finasteride and derma rolling for hair loss, later switching to wet cupping therapy. They experienced initial shedding but reported thicker, healthier hair over time, using natural hair wash methods like Amla, Reetha, and Shikakai.

community Debunking Androgenetic Theory (Hair Transplants)

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 10 months ago

The post discusses a theory that hair regrowth after transplant is due to the angiogenesis process (new blood vessels forming), not because the transplanted hair is unaffected by DHT. The responses highlight the established belief in 'donor dominance' (the importance of the hair's origin in transplantation) and skepticism about the new theory.

community If you’re sitting there wondering, “I’m losing my hair, what do I do?” then read my advice here. I’ve been fighting the fight for 7 years, with great success. (pictures included)

in Question 106 upvotes 11 years ago

Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.

community Sublingual Minoxidil - Cure to Hairloss?

in Minoxidil 582 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.

community Hair came back in 3 months at 39y/o.

in Progress Pictures 421 upvotes 10 months ago

A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, caffeine, biotin, and RU58841, along with weekly dermarolling. However, others advised against the user's plan to switch to rosemary oil and microneedling only, emphasizing the importance of continuing the current treatment to maintain the results.

community 3,5 months in / 1mg Finasteride once a day / Minox twice a day / Microneedling 1,5mm once a week

in Progress Pictures 266 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about someone's hair regrowth after 3.5 months using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling once a week. Participants are impressed by the significant hair growth and length achieved in a short time.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 115 upvotes 1 month ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

community Tom Cruise at the Mission Impossible premiere hair.(He's 61 y/o)

in Chat 392 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation speculates on whether Tom Cruise uses hair loss treatments like Finasteride or Dutasteride, with some suggesting he naturally has good hair like Brad Pitt, while others joke about Scientology or genetics playing a role. Specific treatments mentioned include Finasteride, Dutasteride, and possibly high-quality hair products or procedures like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).

community Taking Charge of Your Hair: The "Big 3 Stack" Explained for 2023

in Research/Science 127 upvotes 11 months ago

The "Big 3 Stack" for hair loss treatment, which includes Minoxidil for hair density improvement, Ketoconazole shampoo for enhancing hair volume and thickness, and Finasteride for blocking hair loss causing hormones. Microneedling can boost Minoxidil's effects.