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filamentous biomaterial growing from follicles in the dermis

Human hair is a filamentous biomaterial that grows from follicles found in the dermis, primarily on the scalp. It is composed mainly of keratin, a protein that provides strength and resilience. Hair serves various functions, including protection, regulation of body temperature, and facilitation of the sense of touch.

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community what is a realistic timeline when does hmi-115 gets released? What are they doing in the non-clinical dev. phase?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. HMI-115 release timeline is uncertain, with possible grey market availability in 2024-2025.

community Minoxidil Response Test kit in the EU?

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is seeking a Minoxidil Response Test kit in the EU without bundled consultations. They mention alternatives like oral minoxidil and tretinoin but prefer the test alone.

community Why not Travopost? More effective than min, and stackable.

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 1 week ago

Travoprost may be more effective than minoxidil for hair growth and can be used alongside it, but its effectiveness is debated due to inconsistent dosing results. Travoprost is expensive and not widely used, with alternatives like latanoprost and bimatoprost being more accessible.

community Pyrilutamide cease and desist from Kintor

in Transplants 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Considering a hair transplant, using Pyrilutamide, the potential availability of CosmeRNA, and the significance of taking Minoxidil and Finasteride for long-term results.

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.

community Why you shouldn’t trust “progress” pictures.

in Chat 388 upvotes 2 months ago

Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness.

community Verteporfin day 84 update - donor hair regeneration human trials

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 2 years ago

A human trial involving verteporfin for hair regeneration, with the results showing some regrowth of 1-2 hairs in an area where a follicular unit was extracted. The conversation also suggested that future studies should involve higher doses and more frequent injections.

community Which hairsurgeon - except Dr. Barghouthi - is using Verteporfin right now?

in Technology 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A discussion on the use of Verteporfin as a hair restoration 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.

community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

in Research/Science 31 upvotes 2 years ago

A human trial involving the use of Verteporfin as a treatment for hair loss, which has been ongoing for 119 days with an update on its progress. Treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 have also been discussed.

community Verteporfin update - donor hair regeneration human trial

in Research/Science 23 upvotes 2 years ago

A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.

community Preliminary results from verteporfin case study. Looks like donor hairs could be starting to regrow after FUE extraction! This could be huge!

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

A case study that suggests verteporfin may be able to help regrow donor hairs after FUE extraction, and the potential implications of this result. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

in Research/Science 148 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 HAIR REGENERATION HUMAN TRIALS with Verteporfin

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 2 years ago

A new human trial using an FDA-approved treatment for wound healing called Verteporfin, which may potentially be able to reverse scarring and regrow hair in that area. The trial is only lasting one month so far.

community Why is human evolution like this 😂

in Chat 2 years ago

Why androgenic alopecia affects the scalp rather than other body parts, potential explanations for this phenomenon, treatments available to combat hair loss, and the implications of male attractiveness in modern society.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 2 months ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

community Hope Medicine HMI-115 Phase 1 Success in Australia! 14 hairs/cm2 increase in hair growth.

in Update 36 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses a new hair growth treatment that showed a 14 hairs/cm2 increase in a trial, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and potential cost. Some users are hopeful about combining it with existing treatments like oral minoxidil for better results.

community Kintor has announced the results for their human Phase I trials of GT20029

in Research/Science 253 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential of a new hair loss treatment, GT20029, which may prevent hair loss by destroying androgen receptors on the scalp. Users express hope for the treatment's success and speculate on its usage routine, effectiveness, and possible side effects.

community After 3 years of shit with bad doctors and no working treatment I’m getting some hope (tiny hairs poppin)

in Progress Pictures 116 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, noting improvement after switching from minoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride. They observed new hair growth and reduced scalp inflammation, expressing hope for further progress.

community I bought a microscope, how does my scalp/hairs look? I've been suffering diffuse thinning and hair loss after covid and never recovered (2 yrs ago) I eat healthy, in shape and workout.

in Progress Pictures 86 upvotes 9 months ago

A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential side effects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.

community Safety of RU-58841: I talked to the Pharma Company that researched it, Human Clinical Trials, and Potential Reasons for Discontinuation

in Research/Science 144 upvotes 1 year ago

The safety and effectiveness of RU-58841 as a hair loss treatment, with some users reporting side effects like chest pains, while others had positive results. The original research on RU-58841 was likely stopped due to financial issues, not safety concerns.

community u/joaopassos4444 has zero education in endocrinology, human biology or science, it’s incredibly unlikely he good Will Hunting-ed a medical issue that stumped researchers for thousands of years, please stop buying random supplements based on layman speculation and temper your expectations

in Research/Science 69 upvotes 3 years ago

User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.

community I’m 14 years old and I’m losing more hair than my dad. I’ve gone to the doctor 2 times because of this and I’ve received no help. I’m starting to feel like It’s worthless and my hairs gonna look like this forever. I don’t know how anyone could help me but it’s always worth a shot.

in Treatment 4 years ago

A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.

community Still shedding like crazy after 1 year on finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 5 months ago

User has been shedding hair despite using finasteride for a year, increasing the dose recently, and experiencing thin, short hairs. Other users suggest continuing treatment, seeing a dermatologist, and note that some hair loss is normal.

community These two strands of hair refuse to give in to DHT for some reason.

in Satire 994 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses two resilient hair strands that resist DHT, with mentions of minoxidil and finasteride as ineffective treatments. Users joke about cloning the hairs and the mystery of baldness.

community Pyrilutamide for 16 weeks, with some progress

in Progress Pictures 40 upvotes 1 year ago

User gained hair with topical minoxidil and finasteride, then experienced shedding after starting pyrilutamide. After 12 weeks, new hairs grew and existing hairs thickened, hoping for more improvement in a year.

community Losing gains from 7 months of oral min, fin, dut.

in Update 66 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reported losing hair after 7 months of using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, but others reassured that this is likely just a shedding phase where old hairs fall out to make way for new growth. Some users experience sheds every 7-8 months and suggest staying consistent with treatment.

community My Hairline journey. The first photo taken is the day I took the pill. No date specific just know I’ve been on finasteride 22 months. 2 years November 14th. ASK ANYTHING. Oh yeah started minoxidil a year later. Once every day or every other day super inconsistent and never really use 1ml, maybe half

in Progress Pictures 326 upvotes 2 years ago

. Fin from Inhouse This user has been taking finasteride for 22 months and minoxidil for 1 year to reduce hair loss, with apparent success; they have also avoided tight cornrow hairstyles to further protect their hairline.

community MicroRNA can regrow 90% of lost hair, researchers find

in Treatment 502 upvotes 2 years ago

Researchers finding that microRNA can potentially regrow 90% of lost hair, and the challenges involved in moving this research forward to human trials. Various treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, have been discussed.

community 3-month update on the microneedling-only project

in Microneedling 89 upvotes 2 years ago

A 3-month update on a microneedling-only project to treat hair loss, which has not had significant results in terms of thicker hair but may have seen some acceleration in hair growth and an increase in vellus hairs. The user plans to continue the journey for 6 months before making any changes, such as adding minoxidil or finasteride.

community Some tips & advice from a long term finasteride + minoxidil user.

in Chat 135 upvotes 2 years ago

Long-term finasteride and minoxidil user shares tips for dealing with hair loss, including finding a shorter hairstyle, using finasteride, and not obsessing over hair. Users discuss washing frequency, alternative treatments, and focusing on other aspects of life.