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GlossaryGlobal Aesthetic Improvement Scale

standardized tool to assess cosmetic treatment effectiveness

The Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS) is a standardized tool used by medical professionals to assess the overall improvement in a patient's appearance following a cosmetic treatment. It ranges from "very much improved" to "worse," allowing for a consistent and objective evaluation of treatment outcomes. This scale helps both clinicians and patients gauge the effectiveness of procedures like hair restoration or skin rejuvenation.

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community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 2 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Are most men bald because they haven’t tried any treatment or are they bald in spite of it?

in Shaved/buzzed 307 upvotes 6 months ago

Some men are bald because they are unaware of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin), while others choose not to use them due to potential side effects, cost, or personal preference. Treatments like Min and Fin are discussed, with varying results and opinions on their effectiveness and side effects.

community My 7 year journey with Finasteride (Minoxidil joins the game!)

in Progress Pictures 240 upvotes 3 years ago

A seven-year journey with Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. The post includes progress pictures showing the effects of the treatments, which have led to impressive results.

community Finally Managed to Download Somebody's Alex pdf so try to share it

in Research/Science 70 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses a shared PDF about hair loss treatments, which might help those not seeing results with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Some users are skeptical about the content's value and the price charged for it.

community COMPLETE OVERVIEW of the Treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men

26 upvotes 10 years ago

Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.

community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 5 months ago

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.

community Naturally mummified remains found in the coast of Chile around 7020 BC. Still has more hair than everyone on this sub

in Satire 2049 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss treatments, including finasteride and RU58841, with humorous speculation about the cause of death for an ancient mummy that still had hair.

community Do you believe there will be a game changing treatment in the next 10 years?

in Chat 67 upvotes 2 years ago

Users discuss potential game-changing hair loss treatments in the next 10 years. Some mention KX-826, SCUBE3, and stem cells as promising options, while others express doubt due to past disappointments and lack of focused research.

community Kintor money grab, unacceptable

in Product 76 upvotes 1 month ago

Kintor's KX826 (pyrilutamide) is ineffective at 0.5% and overpriced at 1%, leading to user frustration and calls for fair pricing. Users suggest sticking with proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community So basically we will know the efficacy of HMI-115 in 3 months after the phase II study concludes in China?

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion mentions HMI-115 efficacy in 3 months after Phase II study. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and mention massive regrowth in previously bald areas.

community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

in Research/Science 39 upvotes 1 year ago

HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

community Does pyrilutamide actually work?

in Treatment 25 upvotes 2 years ago

Pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment, and how it compares to existing treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Real-world results are being discussed to determine its effectiveness.

community HairClone to start hair multiplication services in 2022

in Update 135 upvotes 3 years ago

HairClone plans to start hair multiplication services in 2022. Users discuss various treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair cloning, expressing both hope and skepticism about the technology and its costs.

community 3 Month Progress Pictures - Start -> Current

in Progress Pictures 140 upvotes 1 month ago

A user shared their 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, Finasteride tablets, dermastamping, and ketoconazole shampoo. They reported significant improvement, advised consistency, and addressed questions about side effects and application methods.

community Coegin Pharma to release Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Q2 2025

in Treatment 117 upvotes 1 month ago

Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

community Scientists discover new T cell treatment that could regrow hair

in Treatment 216 upvotes 4 months ago

Scientists discovered a new T cell treatment that could regrow hair. Users are skeptical but hopeful, with some relying on finasteride and minoxidil in the meantime.

community 3.5 months progress - oral dut 0.5mg and oral min 5mg - 26M

in Progress Pictures 140 upvotes 5 months ago

A user reports hair regrowth and thickening after 3.5 months using oral dutasteride (0.5mg) and oral minoxidil (5mg). They express gratitude for the information received from the community about hair loss treatments.

community Minoxidil 4 months progress (twice a day )

in Progress Pictures 418 upvotes 7 months ago

A user shared a 4-month progress picture using Minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling once a week for hair loss. They plan to start finasteride soon and have experienced dry scalp and itching from the treatment.

community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

in Research/Science 93 upvotes 7 months ago

A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

community 23M (yes 23, I'm not kidding), ~6 month progress. I'm on the Big 4 + Vitamin Supplement.

in Progress Pictures 447 upvotes 9 months ago

A 23-year-old male shared his 6-month hair loss progress using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and vitamin supplements. He noticed hair loss at 19, which accelerated during the pandemic.

community Any news on potential hair loss treatments?

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about seeking updates on new hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning scube3 and GT20029, with one person mentioning HMI_115 as showing promising results.

community Why isn’t anyone talking about this?

in Research/Science 31 upvotes 9 months ago

Hair cloning is being developed by companies like Kangstem Biotech and Stemson, with potential availability in a few years. Initial costs are expected to be high, but prices may decrease over time.

community 22M | 18 Weeks Progress | Very rapid and aggressive Hairloss since 17 and only learned about Min, Fin, etc. a few months ago | Words can't describe how happy I am with these results and the gains keep coming.

in Progress Pictures 91 upvotes 11 months ago

A 22-year-old man has seen significant improvement in his hair loss after 18 weeks using Minoxidil and Finasteride, starting treatment after rapid hair loss since age 17. He applies Minoxidil directly after an unspecified procedure, believing it's more effective and appreciates the sterilizing effect of the ethanol in it.

community 5% minoxidil &1mg finasteride -7th months- Asian-23M

in Progress Pictures 620 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's successful hair regrowth after 7 months of using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and adding micro needling 4 months ago. The user also took biotin, fish oil, and collagen supplements, and reduced finasteride intake to once every 3 days due to minor libido decay.

community Hair Transplant result after one week

in Progress Pictures 588 upvotes 1 year ago

The post is about a user's hair transplant results after one week, with 4000 grafts implanted. The conversation includes discussions about the healing process, shedding phase, and the number of grafts used.

community after cosmerna is out will there be another hair loss drug released in 2023?

in Treatment 11 upvotes 1 year ago

User asks if Kintor, HMI-115, or Olix will release hair loss drugs in 2023. Conversation discusses potential treatments and release dates.

community 4 month update: daily min and topical fin micro needling Progress Pictures

in Progress Pictures 434 upvotes 1 year ago

User shares 4-month progress using daily minoxidil, topical finasteride, and microneedling. Results spark debate on effectiveness and authenticity.

community Phase II for Technoderma Therepeutic's TDM-105795 set to begin in April tentatively

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 1 year ago

Phase II for TDM-105795 for Androgenic Alopecia is set to begin in April 2023. The study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TDM-105795 in male subjects.

community Bayer says drug research focus no longer on women´s health ( They dismissed HMI-115 because of their focus on women´s health

in Technology 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Bayer dismissed HMI-115 due to focus shift away from women's health.

community Should I dedicate my university studies to solving hair loss?

in Research/Science 373 upvotes 1 year 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.