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GlossaryHair Diameter Measurement

process of determining width of individual hair strand

Hair Diameter Measurement, also known as Hair Thickness Measurement or Hair Width Measurement, refers to the process of determining the width of an individual hair strand. This measurement is typically done using tools like a micrometer or specialized imaging techniques. It is important for understanding hair health, diagnosing conditions like alopecia, and tailoring hair care treatments.

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

in Research/Science 129 upvotes 1 year 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.

community Ultimate DHT/finasteride microdosing graph to replace the commonly one referenced on forums

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 204 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically, discussing the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 in various microdoses. It also includes an updated graph which provides information on how different doses affect DHT levels, scalp skin and serum androgen levels, as well as hair count.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 42 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community New Dutasteride Long Term Study (5 years) it works.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 106 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a five-year study on dutasteride, a medication for male hair loss. The study found that 89.9% of patients saw improvement or prevention of hair loss progression, with varying success rates based on different balding patterns. Side effects were mostly sexual and decreased over time. Dutasteride was concluded to be a long-term, safe, and effective treatment for male hair loss.

community How significant is the difference between 0.5mg Dut and 1mg Fin?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 6 months ago

0.5mg dutasteride reduces scalp DHT more than 1mg finasteride, leading to better hair regrowth results. Users report significant improvement with dutasteride compared to finasteride.

community Can the ingredients in a sebum-regulating shampoo induce hair diameter reduction?

in Product 2 upvotes 2 months ago

A user experienced hair thinning and scalp issues after using a sebum-regulating shampoo and perm treatments. They are advised to consider potential allergies, try a simple shampoo, and research treatments like finasteride for possible male pattern baldness.

community Can iron or other vitamin deficiency lead to a decrease in hair diameter? Or does this only occur in androgenetic alopecia?

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Iron or vitamin deficiencies can lead to decreased hair diameter, not just androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 4 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 2024 Official beginner guide for “I’m losing my hair, what can I do?”

in General 726 upvotes 4 months ago

For hair loss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.

community Can hair thinning be reversed?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 36 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (Dut) and Minoxidil (Min) in reversing hair thinning. The user has been using Dut for 3 months and Min for a couple of years, and while hair fall has reduced, thinning continues. Other users suggest that Dut can reverse hair thinning over time, possibly beyond a year, and the outcome depends on individual body reactions and the degree of hair miniaturization.

community 2020 Hair and Scalp Treatments: A Clinical Guide (in Depth 350 Page Guide)

in Treatment 64 upvotes 4 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.

community I have been battling hair loss for 20 years, feel free to ask me anything

in Progress Pictures 152 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's 20 year journey with hair loss and the treatments they have used to manage it, including finasteride, minoxidil, a custom Strut Blend of Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Biotin, Nizoral shampoo, multivitamins, Vitamin D, B Complex, Dim, Clomid, exercise, diet, laser helmet, Toppik dark brown, and topical Finasteride. The user also talks about their successful life, lack of desire for children and high sperm count due to Clomid.

community 1MG Fin everyday for 4 months and losing small hairs everyday still (I have long hair)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 65 upvotes 8 months ago

A user has been on finasteride for 4 months, experiencing persistent hair shedding despite improvements. Others suggest adding keto shampoo and note that shedding is normal.

community Fluridil/Topilutamide (Eucapil) gave me achy balls, but seems to work

in Treatment 9 upvotes 4 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, focusing on Fluridil/Topilutamide (Eucapil), Finasteride and RU58841 (Alfatradiol). The user reported that the Fluridil seemed to work well but had side effects of testicle ache, decreased mood and sex drive.

community Finasteride is ****ing magical

in Update 314 upvotes 2 months ago

Finasteride has led to significant hair regrowth for some users, with noticeable improvements in two months, but side effects like erectile dysfunction have caused some to stop using it. Some users combine finasteride with minoxidil and other supplements, despite concerns about side effects.

community how it feels to talk to tiktok kids about hairloss that isn’t shitty rosemary oil bloodflow and microneedling

in Satire 993 upvotes 2 months ago

Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, especially when used together. Microneedling may enhance minoxidil's effects, but its standalone effectiveness is uncertain.

community Do People even realize that we got a new Treatment Option and Kintor Officially released Pyrilutamide?

in Treatment 56 upvotes 5 months ago

A new hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, has been released and is claimed to be a strong anti-androgen, potentially effective when used with finasteride. However, there are mixed opinions on its effectiveness and safety, with some users skeptical and others purchasing it.

community Fin/Min Non-Responder: DUT 0.5mg/daily - 3 month check-in

in Progress Pictures 46 upvotes 9 months ago

A man in his late twenties switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and is sharing his 3-month progress, noting increased shedding but no side effects. Some responders think the treatment is working.

community Let's be clear, does Finasteride stop MPB as long as it's taken?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 170 upvotes 8 months ago

Finasteride is believed to slow down hair loss significantly, but may not completely stop it for everyone. Effectiveness and duration vary by individual, with some users experiencing positive results for over 10 years, while others see less benefit.

community Kintor has released an investor relations memo regarding Chinese Phase III trials for Pyrilutamide

in Update 50 upvotes 1 year ago

Kintor's Pyrilutamide (KX-826) showed hair growth in Chinese Phase III trials but did not significantly outperform placebo. The treatment was safe with no major adverse reactions reported.

community Any success stories switching from finasteride to dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 36 upvotes 1 year ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for treating hair loss, with reports of improved regrowth and little to no side effects.

community 2.5 years later, don’t give up kings. Stay consistent

in Progress Pictures 403 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about someone sharing their 2.5-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride and topical minoxidil, emphasizing the importance of consistency and patience with these treatments. They also mention using tea tree conditioner and experiencing no side effects from oral finasteride.

community Only 10 more days until cassiopea releases their 12 month results for CB-03-01 our best hope of an alternative to finasteride

in Finasteride 155 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses anticipation for CB-03-01, a potential new hair loss treatment that may be more effective and have a cleaner safety profile than finasteride. Users are hopeful but cautious, discussing current treatments like minoxidil, nizoral, and dermarolling, and the possibility of combining them with CB-03-01 for better results.

community Fin progress between May and Sept 23

in Is this regrowth? 117 upvotes 1 year ago

The user, EggplantAncient7506, is asking if there is an improvement in their general hair quality after using Finasteride since December 22. Replies suggest that there is an improvement.

community My doctor lowered my Minoxidil from 5mg to 2.5mg

in Minoxidil 69 upvotes 4 months ago

A user discussed their doctor lowering their Minoxidil dose from 5mg to 2.5mg, expressing concerns about losing hair gains. Other users suggested that 2.5mg is safer long-term and speculated the doctor is being cautious about side effects.

community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

in Minoxidil 95 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.

community Here's why Pryiltamide "failed" phase 3 trials and marketed as a cosmetic

in Chat 8 upvotes 3 months ago

KX-826 failed Phase III trials due to high placebo effects, patient compliance issues, COVID-19 side effects, and detection method deviations. KX-826 is now marketed as a cosmetic and approved for combination with Minoxidil.

community Protac degradation of the androgen receptor in mice shows good efficacy and no systemic drug could be found

in Research/Science 47 upvotes 1 year ago

The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.

community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT

in Research/Science 593 upvotes 2 months ago

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

community HairClone developing cell replacement treatments for Hair Loss

6 upvotes 6 years ago

HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.