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GlossaryIntravenous Immunoglobulin (Intravenous Ig)

infusion of antibodies to boost immune function

Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) is a medical treatment that involves infusing a mixture of antibodies directly into a patient's vein. These antibodies are derived from the plasma of thousands of healthy donors and are used to help boost the immune system in individuals with immune deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, or certain infections.

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community Sublingual Minoxidil - Cure to Hairloss?

in Minoxidil 583 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.

community Intravenous (IV) Delivery of Exosomes for Hair Growth

in Treatment 3 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses using intravenous delivery of exosomes for hair growth. It mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 41 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 No Improvement on Finasteride.

in Treatment 1 year ago

Attempting to treat hair loss with Finasteride, and other treatments such as Minoxidil, RU58841, and DUT were suggested.

community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 103 upvotes 2 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.

community Throwing Fluridil (Eucapil) into the mix.

in Product 7 upvotes 3 years ago

A user named "tresslessinseattle" receiving a mysterious package of Eucapil hair loss treatment, which they are considering in combination with Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments to boost the regrowth they have been seeing.

community Anybody use both oral & topical minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 339 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "macroburstmedia" is asking if adding topical minoxidil to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride can improve hair growth. Some users have shared their experiences with using both oral and topical minoxidil, while others suggest increasing the oral minoxidil dose instead.

community Dude had better hair at over 100 years of age than many of us at 20

in Satire 1455 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion mentions Native Americans' resistance to male pattern baldness and lack of facial hair. Users discuss genetics, sun exposure, and potential treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

community When are we getting a cure to hair loss?

in Chat 1 year ago

Potential treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and various upcoming pharmaceuticals, gene editing and cloning. It is suggested that a cure, if found, would be highly profitable due to the large number of people affected by hair loss globally.

community 3 weeks only fin result. Is there any improvement?

in Satire 2287 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Users joke about side effects and exaggerated results.

community Tressless When They See Verteporfin Results

in Transplants 184 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses the potential of Verteporfin, an FDA-approved drug, for hair loss treatment, particularly in combination with microneedling or PRP. Users express hope and curiosity about its application, while some remain cautious due to the need for more extensive testing.

community Medications that cause extra hair growth

in Research/Science 121 upvotes 11 months ago

The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

community Anything you use without scientific backing, just trusting your gut?

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using peppermint oil for hair loss, with one user applying it undiluted to the scalp and another combining it with finasteride and microneedling. Some believe in its effectiveness despite limited scientific evidence, and also mention rosemary oil as potentially beneficial.