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      community Dr. Bloxham's Verteporfin Trial

      in Research/Science  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dr. Bloxham's trial is testing verteporfin on hair transplant patients to see if it can improve hair regrowth in treated areas. People are discussing the potential for follicle regeneration, expected results timeline, and concerns about side effects like cancer.

      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 Body Hair Transplants with Buzzcut

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Body hair transplants may look better if kept very short. People with limited donor regions or waiting for Verteporfin or FAK Inhibitors could consider this option.
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      community Should I dedicate my university studies to solving hair loss?

      in Research/Science  373 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20 year old male who is balding and considering switching to a biology/chemistry program in order to find a low-cost, accessible solution for hair loss. Replies discuss the merits of this idea as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, TM5614, and ADQ.

      community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

      in Research/Science  144 upvotes 2 years ago
      A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.

      community Latest verteporfin update (9/11/2022)

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      Research and science related to a minor improvement in hair growth caused by the use of verteporfin, as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community 5 month post hair transplant ~2500 grafts to frontal third + finasteride 1mg/day + topical minoxidil 2x day + caffeine shampoo 1x day since HT procedure

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant of approximately 2500 grafts to the frontal area, daily use of finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and daily caffeine shampoo since the hair transplant procedure. One person is skeptical about the improvement in the crown area with just finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Shaved my (transplanted) hair during quarantine

      in Shaved/buzzed  105 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shaved their transplanted hair during quarantine and shared positive results after one year, using Minoxidil 5%. They had 1,500 hairs transplanted via the DHI method with no visible scarring.

      community Finally Shaved It

      in Shaved/buzzed  102 upvotes 4 years ago
      User tired of receding hairline and maintenance, shaved head. Others compliment shaved look and beard genetics.

      community SHISEIDO is A Bust...

      in Update  25 upvotes 6 years ago
      Shiseido's hair loss treatment reported only 5% regrowth, disappointing many. Users discussed other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and CB-03-01 as potential alternatives.

      community No more bald spot! Fin min dut hair regrowth

      in Progress Pictures  245 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth by switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, along with using a leave-in conditioner, rosemary shampoo, and a hair powder drink. They noted improved hair health and thickness, attributing success to this regimen and advising others on similar treatments.

      community can saw palmetto help me even a little bit (17m)

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 17-year-old is considering using saw palmetto for hair loss until they can get finasteride, while currently using minoxidil and ketoconazole. Users suggest that saw palmetto is weak, and recommend continuing minoxidil and ketoconazole until finasteride is available.

      community Buzzing it to gauge results, thoughts?

      in General  136 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering buzzing their long hair to better assess the effects of finasteride, which they have been using for over two months, and is concerned about maintaining their unique appearance. They are also curious if dyeing short hair could cause any issues.

      community 6 months on 0.025 fin and 8% min

      in Progress Pictures  93 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user has been using 0.025% topical finasteride and 8% minoxidil for six months with decent results and no side effects. They are considering adding oral minoxidil, but others suggest continuing the current regimen without changes.

      community 2.5 years Minoxidil and HRT, CPA->Lupron +Minox 5%

      in Transgender  611 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.

      community Started war against AGA, who’s gonna win ?

      in Minoxidil  123 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical dutasteride, with users debating their effectiveness and side effects. Despite the treatments, many believe androgenetic alopecia (AGA) ultimately prevails in the long term.

      community We need more people trying 2.5 mg dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Increasing the dutasteride dose to 2.5 mg may significantly reduce DHT and promote hair regrowth, with similar side effects to lower doses. Some users combine dutasteride with minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but there are concerns about long-term effectiveness and availability.
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      community Hair follicle cloning is already possible

      in Chat  38 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair follicle cloning is claimed to be possible but not widely available due to potential safety issues, such as cancer risks. Current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are not effective for everyone, and there is frustration over limited access to these medications.

      community I could just be fooling myself here but

      in Is this regrowth?  122 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using a combination of oral finasteride, a minoxidil/finasteride topical spray, and dermarolling. They plan to continue this regimen and may consider adding dutasteride if needed.

      community Woke up with the urge to cut all of it off

      in Shaved/buzzed  31 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user decided to buzz their thinning hair after starting Dutasteride, feeling liberated by the change. Other users shared similar experiences, with some using treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil to manage hair loss.