A 21 year old male who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 3 months to treat hair loss, and others sharing their experiences with the same treatments.
A 26-year-old male started minoxidil treatment for male-pattern baldness and saw significant regrowth in three months. He is considering finasteride but is hesitant due to potential side effects.
A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.
A hair loss regime consisting of finasteride, minoxidil and microneedling that was started 4 months ago with minimal side effects reported. The user also uses Nizoral once a week.
The conversation discusses improving a hair loss treatment stack without using Minoxidil. Microneedling is suggested, Alpecin is deemed ineffective, and there are concerns about the safety of Minoxidil compared to finasteride.
The conversation discusses the use of creatine while on finasteride and/or dutasteride for hair loss. Opinions vary, with some users reporting no issues and others experiencing accelerated hair loss, suggesting effects are individual.
A user who has experienced two years' progress on finasteride 1mg daily, combined with 3 months of micro-needling, and their experiences with hair loss. Other users have commented offering advice and support based on their own experiences.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments beyond finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if hairrestoration technology has reached a dead end. Hair transplant technology has improved, but new medications face challenges with market entry, cost, accessibility, and long-term effectiveness.
Hair loss discussion mentions ineffective treatments like Nutrafol and low-level laser therapy sold by transplant clinics. Trust in hairrestoration doctors questioned due to promoting these treatments.
A user shared their 4-month hairrestoration progress using minoxidil with finasteride, oral finasteride, and micro needling. The community responded positively, praising the results and the user's happy demeanor in photos.
A user is very satisfied with their hair transplant results, despite choosing a straight hairline against the doctor's advice for a more natural look. Some commenters think the hairline looks artificial, while others discuss the importance of a natural-looking hairline and inquire about any medications used post-transplant.
A user shared their 1.5-year hairrestoration journey, successfully using mesenchymal stem cell therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, and a topical compound of finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding a hair transplant and oral finasteride. They experienced significant hair regrowth, particularly crediting the stem cell therapy for quick initial results.
David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.
The individual has experienced no hair regrowth from using minoxidil and finasteride and is considering a hairrestoration clinic's options, including PRP and nano follicle hair replacement, as well as a potential beard transplant. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue PRP, timing for hair replacement surgery, and experiences with beard transplants.
User considers trying AAPE for hairrestoration, costing $700 for 6 months. Others discuss its potential effectiveness and mention a study with promising results.
Calecim (PTT-6) Advanced Hair System is a 6-week hairrestoration product using stem cell-derived ingredients to stimulate hair growth. Users are skeptical, calling it overpriced and ineffective, suggesting alternatives like LLLT devices or PRP treatments.
The conversation discusses Kevin's accurate information on hair loss treatments and highlights Dr. Bloxham's ongoing work with Verteporfin on FUT scars, suggesting people follow Dr. Bloxham's YouTube for updates. It also thanks Haicafe and Melvin from the hairrestoration network forum for their contributions.
The conversation speculates on how Jerry Seinfeld might have improved his hair appearance, suggesting various methods like hair styling, hair products, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hairrestoration, but no consensus is reached. Some comments are jokes, not serious suggestions.
A hairrestoration case involved injecting four different doses of Verteporfin into the mid scalp and using Scalp MicroPigmentation (SMP) around the extraction areas. Photos were taken and an update will be shared soon.
A user shared their hairrestoration journey using oral and topical finasteride, experiencing side effects with the former. They later switched to microneedling, scalp massages, and vitamins (D3, Zinc, Biotin, B complex, Vitamin E) with mixed feedback on progress.
A user sharing their hairrestoration results after taking finasteride for 12 months and minoxidil orally for 3 months; other users responding with questions and comments about the treatments used.
A user who underwent a hairrestoration procedure with 3,478 grafts by Jason Sorgi in Massachusetts, costing $8,500. The user is also using finasteride and minoxidil post-procedure, and is very satisfied with the natural-looking and dense results.
The conversation discusses Verteporfin as a potential hair loss treatment, with trials by Dr. Bargouthi and Dr. Bloxham mentioned, and a suggestion to follow updates on the HairRestoration Network site or YouTube. Preliminary results are positive, but one user is skeptical, calling it "snake oil."
A user shared their positive experience with Trichogenics for hairrestoration, highlighting their unique zigzag hairline technique and personalized attention. They had 1700 follicles transplanted and praised the natural results.
A discussion on the use of Verteporfin as a hairrestoration treatment and whether there are any other doctors or clinics using it currently, aside from Dr. Barghouthi. Treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 were also mentioned.
The conversation discusses the lack of promising results from the 23rd Annual Meeting of Japan Society of Clinical HairRestoration, with no significant advancements expected in the next five years. Treatments mentioned include setipiprant, with skepticism about its effectiveness.
A 27-year-old man saw significant hair regrowth after starting a regimen in January that included topical minoxidil with finasteride, vitamins D and B12, fish oil, zinc with magnesium, quitting smoking, and intermittent fasting. People commented on the effectiveness of minoxidil in Southern populations and asked about the details and timeline of his treatment.
Hair follicles don't truly die but become severely miniaturized. Treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can help restore hair by providing nutrients and reducing harmful effects on hair roots.
Exploring the potential of using verteporfin during hair transplants to minimize scarring and regenerate follicles, as well as discussing a possible standardized protocol for this treatment.