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    local anesthetic that numbs specific areas by blocking nerve signals

    Lidocaine, also known as Lignocaine or Xylocaine, is a local anesthetic commonly used to numb tissue in a specific area. It works by blocking nerve signals in your body, making it useful for minor surgical procedures, dental work, and the treatment of certain types of pain.

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      community Extremish regimen - dermarolling too hard?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes RU58841, minoxidil mixed with finasteride, adenosine, dermarolling with lidocaine cream, and biotin. They are questioning if they are dermarolling too aggressively and are willing to accept baldness if no improvement is seen in 6 months.

      community After Exosomes Treatment.

       14 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user who underwent exosomes treatment for hair loss and reported their experience, with other users discussing the procedure and offering advice. They discussed options such as finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841 and hair transplants.

      community Dutasteride Mesotherapy Works – Just 1 month results

      in Progress Pictures  109 upvotes 2 years ago
      The effectiveness of using dutasteride mesotherapy as a hair loss treatment, with other protocols such as microneedling, vitamin D and B12, zinc, and biotin. The user's results were positive after 4-6 months without any serious side effects.

      community Thoughts on platelet-rich plasma therapy

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss is expensive, painful, and often ineffective, with mixed reviews on its benefits. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are suggested as more reliable options.

      community Anyone here in the 0% like me?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  42 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has tried topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hair loss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hair loss, and recommend trying vitamin D.

      community Is microneedling supposed to be a blood bath? 1mm dermastamp

      in Microneedling  41 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about someone experiencing a lot of bleeding from using a 1.0mm microneedling device for hair loss treatment and asking if it's normal. Various users suggest that the bleeding is excessive and recommend using shorter needles or less pressure, while others share their own microneedling practices with different needle lengths and no bleeding.

      community Day 11- I have removed all Scabs

      in Progress Pictures  242 upvotes 9 months ago
      Eleven days after a hair transplant, the user has removed all scabs and plans to resume Oral Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil. They will also start using a serum provided by the clinic and are sharing progress and clinic information privately to avoid negative comments.

      community What else can I do to compliment Minoxidil?

      in Update  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.

      community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

      in Research/Science  549 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

      community Where to Begin with Microneedling?

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      User is considering microneedling to enhance hair regrowth after limited response to minoxidil and better results with finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Recommendations include using a 1.5mm derma roller once a week, avoiding minoxidil on microneedling days, and disinfecting the roller with isopropyl alcohol.

      community (21m) 5 Month Progress Pics (Fin/Dut + Oral Min)

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21 year old's progress journey with hair loss, using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil to successfully regrow hair. The user also suggests abstaining from masturbation and porn for the first 30 days in order to manage potential side effects of these treatments.

      community 4.5 months of microneedling – progress

      in Microneedling  300 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user who has had positive results from using a regimen of microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, peppermint oil, keto shampoo and DHT organic shampoo for hair growth. The conversation also addressed whether to use .5mg or 1mg of finasteride and the difference between dermapens and rollers.

      community Does it work? Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of Maneup GHK-Cu hair growth serum, a topical treatment for hair loss. The user is considering trying it but is skeptical due to issues others have had with DIY injections of a similar substance.

      community To anyone starting their hair loss battles. [Sorry for long post]

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user recommends using Regenepure (keto shampoo), Lipogaine (minoxidil), and NatureMade Biotin pills for hair loss treatment and advises against taking finasteride (propecia) without considering potential side effects. They share their own experience with these treatments and suggest reading about both the benefits and risks before deciding on finasteride.

      community I just want to check in real quick to just encourage some people.

       43 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shares their positive experience with a hair loss treatment regimen including finasteride, Lipogaine (Minoxidil), Nizoral Shampoo, dermarolling, and a healthier lifestyle. They encourage others to start or continue their treatment without obsessing over potential side effects.

      community If you’re sitting there wondering, “I’m losing my hair, what do I do?” then read my advice here. I’ve been fighting the fight for 7 years, with great success. (pictures included)

      in Question  106 upvotes 11 years ago
      Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.

      community Shampoo except ketoconazole that works

      in Product  7 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about seeking shampoos that help with hair loss or hair thickening without ketoconazole, suggesting alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, or stemoxydine. One reply suggests that most hair loss shampoos don't work as claimed.

      community Can I expect regrowth on a low dose of fin?

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss and their consideration of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, stemoxydine, fluridil, and peptide serum with redensyl as treatment options.

      community Facial hair loss

      in Treatment 4 years ago
      User noticed beard and sideburn hair loss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.

      community Minoxidil + dermarolling + Nizoral + castor oil small hairs

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user started treating hair loss with minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling, and castor oil, and noticed small hairs growing at the temples. They plan to add biotin and azelaic acid to their routine but are avoiding finasteride due to potential side effects.

      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

      in Treatment  253 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.