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GlossaryEmpty Hair Follicles

hair follicles not currently producing hair strands

Empty hair follicles, also known as inactive or vacant hair follicles, refer to hair follicles that are not currently producing hair. This can occur due to various reasons such as the natural hair growth cycle, hormonal changes, or conditions like alopecia. In these cases, the follicle remains intact but is not actively generating a hair shaft.

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community 21, female, diagnosed with MPB. What do I do?

in Female 15 upvotes 9 years ago

A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.

community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 92 upvotes 4 weeks ago

Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.

community Innovative hair loss treatment can restore 90% of lost hair

in Research/Science 892 upvotes 2 months ago

A new hair loss treatment using dermal exosomes can restore up to 90% of lost hair in mice. Users discuss potential human trials and compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community 11 month hair update.. The minoxidil and finasteride really work miracles 😳😳😳

in Progress Pictures 868 upvotes 3 years ago

User "Jordan_cadagan" shares 11-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, with impressive results. Users discuss application methods, ice baths possibly helping, and daily dosages.

community 5 Months Hair Transplant Progress / 3500 Grafts

in Transplants 1663 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, showing significant improvement in appearance after 5 months. They underwent the procedure at Heva Clinic in Istanbul for $2,300 USD, which included aftercare, and attributed their hair loss to both genetics and traction alopecia from tight hairstyles.

community 2020 updated guide for "I'm losing my hair, what do I do?". I've been taking Propecia for 12 years, and you can AMA.

in STARTER GUIDE 1684 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Propecia, Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. Users shared experiences and results, with some noticing improvements in hair growth and maintenance.

community Age-linked hair loss caused by disappearing collagen, researchers say

57 upvotes 5 years ago

Age-linked hair loss is linked to disappearing collagen. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and collagen supplements.

community How it looks a shaved head that went through a FUE Hair Transplant after 5-10 years? (Both donor and recipient area)

in Transplants 44 upvotes 5 years ago

Celonius discusses hair loss and plans for a FUE Hair Transplant, but worries about how it will look when shaved in the future. Derhab21 suggests going for the transplant and mentions potential future treatments like Breezula and stem cell injections.

community POST ACCUTANE HAIR LOSS- Please help and leave your experiences and suggestions

in Female 10 upvotes 3 years ago

A user named Medical_Opinion8120, a 23-year-old female, is experiencing hair loss potentially due to a past accutane course. She has tried minoxidil without success and is currently taking iron and zinc supplements.

community A New Therapeutic Channel to Come Soon: Hair Follicle Sugar Metabolism and Aldose Reductase

in Research/Science 129 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.

community Listen to anyone besides your Mom while fighting hair-loss

in Satire 464 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hair loss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.

community 3 months of hair treatment! I think I’m hyper responsive to my treatment. Finasteride, biotin pills, derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil applied after, coffee in the morning for caffeine . No diet or alcohol consumption changes.

in Progress Pictures 491 upvotes 1 year ago

The user reports significant hair regrowth after three months using finasteride, biotin pills, a derma roller with rosemary/jojoba oil, and drinking coffee, despite an initial increase in hair shedding. Other users share varied results with similar treatments, with some not experiencing improvements.

community Does whey protein and creatine aggravate hair loss?

in Research/Science 82 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.

community What a difference hair makes in a man – 8 months Hair Transplant before and after

in Update 492 upvotes 1 year ago

A 21 year old man who had a hair transplant 8 months prior and is now more confident due to the results, as well as taking finasteride 3x per week, minoxidil topically and orally, and microneedling; it also includes advice from others on how to further improve his results.

community Bryan Johnson shares information on his hair loss stack

in Research/Science 267 upvotes 1 month ago

Bryan Johnson uses topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and side effects, debating topical versus oral dutasteride efficacy.

community Am I already seeing progress or am I going insane? (1mg Finasteride for 11 days)

in Is this regrowth? 122 upvotes 7 months ago

A user claims to see hair quality improvement after 11 days on Finasteride, but others are skeptical, noting hair doesn't grow that fast and suggesting factors like lighting can affect appearance. They recommend taking consistent photos over time to track actual progress.

community Alfatradiol (Pantostin/Ell Cranell) - does anybody here use this as part of their stack? Does it help?

in Treatment 10 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion includes alfatradiol (Pantostin/Ell Cranell) as a potential treatment. Users share opinions on its effectiveness in their regimen.

community [M23] Almost 7 months on fin, 2 years on min, and microneedling for 5 months, I’m almost ready to stop wearing a hat everywhere I go

in Progress Pictures 317 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's progress with treating hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil and microneedling over the course of 7 months. Other comments suggested additional treatments such as toppik to help hide it in the meantime.

community 1 and half years using Finasteride, minoxidil and Dermarolling.

in Progress Pictures 1713 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling over 1.5 years. Users share experiences, regimens, and express skepticism and admiration for the results.

community 1mg fin daily. 1 month, 11 months, 1 year 2 months.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2138 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal side effects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hair growth.

community People here just don't know what they are letting themselves in for!

in Chat 125 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.

community 2-month progress: Ket 3x a week, Min 2x a day, Dut 0.5 every other day, Vit D 125mcg daily, and PRP once a month.

in Progress Pictures 464 upvotes 3 years ago

User's 2-month progress with hair loss treatment includes Ket 3x a week, Min 2x a day, Dut 0.5 every other day, Vit D 125mcg daily, and PRP once a month. Users discuss treatment effectiveness, side effects, and alternative solutions.

community Iron D3 levels actually matter more else dht blockers wont work(yes they can keep follicle alive)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 74 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Taking finasteride alone did not stop hair loss, but adding vitamin D3 and iron supplements improved hair coverage and quality. It's important to check and address deficiencies, but caution is advised with iron supplementation without medical guidance.

community Day 1 vs Day 168 (today) of defeating the norwood reaper

in Progress Pictures 1505 upvotes 3 months ago

The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical 5% minoxidil and oral 1mg finasteride daily, especially around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects, with initial difficulty maintaining erections that resolved after a few weeks.

community 5 month results on natural protocol, i made a post after 3 mont of treatment wich you can find in my profile. I used different massages(detumescence therapy, wooden brush, tom hagerty exercises)vitamins(d3,fish oil, biotin,msm, magnesium) drank green tea and ate pumpkin seeds( reduces dht)

in Is this regrowth? 146 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "Zealousideal-Pack340" shared their 5-month results on a natural hair loss treatment protocol, which included massages, vitamins, green tea, and pumpkin seeds. Some users suggested using medications like finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others criticized the effectiveness of natural remedies. Overall, there was no clear consensus on the progress of the user's hair regrowth.

community Scalp itching and tickeling- what's does it mean?

in Minoxidil 27 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced scalp itching and hair loss, but found relief with oral minoxidil. Others suggest "DHT itch" as a possible cause and recommend finasteride and ketoconazole to address it.

community How many of you are on fin and how many are on dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 38 upvotes 2 months ago

Many people use finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some switching due to cost or effectiveness. Minoxidil is also commonly used, and side effects like weaker erections or ball pain are reported by some.

community Minoxidil + Fin 1 mg + Dermaroller 1x week - 1 year results

in Is this regrowth? 105 upvotes 4 months ago

A user used Minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride in the morning, and a dermaroller weekly for a year but is unhappy with the results and sperm quality. Others suggest continuing the regimen, noting hair maintenance and thickness, and considering additional treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.

community FOR PYRILUTAMIDE NON-BELIEVERS (progress album, 14 months)

in Progress Pictures 29 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 14-month progress using Pyrilutamide and Minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvement and no side effects with these treatments, unlike their negative experiences with Finasteride and RU58841. They emphasized the importance of consistent application for seeing results.

community I destroyed my scalp so you wouldn't have to: here's what happens when you quit topical minoxidil

in Minoxidil 280 upvotes 1 year ago

Quitting minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss, even in areas that were not thinning before, as hair becomes reliant on the treatment. Some users also report losing hair gains when stopping minoxidil despite taking finasteride.