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      community Why are we using 1.5mm for microneedling? Evidence says we don't need to.

       39 upvotes 4 months ago
      Shorter microneedle lengths, like 0.5mm, may be more effective and safer for hair regrowth than longer ones, such as 1.5mm, which can cause more pain and risk. Users report success with various regimens, including minoxidil, finasteride, and other topicals, alongside microneedling.

      community Just shaved head to see scalp and...

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shaved their head and noticed darker areas on the scalp despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users suggest the darkness might be due to bruising or scarring from microneedling and recommend switching to dutasteride.

      community Is the clinic diagnosis legit to you ?

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The clinic diagnosed the user with NW3 and AGA, noting thinning hair despite using finasteride for 3 years, and suggested PRP and Mesotherapy before considering a transplant. The user questions the necessity of these treatments without confirming retrograde alopecia and its treatability.

      community Looking for microneedling experiences (over needling)

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is concerned about potentially overdoing microneedling for hair loss and is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, with underwhelming results. Other users suggest using tretinoin for better results and discuss the effectiveness of different needle lengths, recommending shorter needles.

      community People who don’t microneedle, why?

       146 upvotes 11 months ago
      Microneedling is often combined with minoxidil for hair growth, but concerns about scalp damage, pain, and effectiveness deter some users. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, and laser treatments are preferred by others.

      community Losing Hair from Microneedling?

       4 upvotes 4 days ago
      Microneedling can cause hair shedding due to follicle puncturing, especially when using a 1mm depth. Users suggest using a dermastamp with a depth of 0.6-1mm and caution against home microneedling to avoid damaging hair follicles.

      community Reducing Scalp Inflammation

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses treatments for scalp inflammation, suggesting options like scalp massage, changing shampoos, using aloe vera, Tgel, nizoral shampoo, topical cetirizine, and consulting a dermatologist. Finasteride was mentioned as helpful for reducing inflammation, but with side effects.

      community Thoughts on platelet-rich plasma therapy

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year 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 2800 grafts – My Hair Transplant Journey (Delhi → Patna)

       62 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 2800-graft hair transplant in Patna, emphasizing the importance of choosing an experienced surgeon over flashy clinics. Despite mixed reactions, the user is satisfied with the natural results and increased confidence.

      community One month in, and LLLT is seemingly working

       4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss possibly due to scalp damage and tried natural treatments with limited success. They reported noticeable hair thickening after using a laser treatment device, suggesting it may be effective, especially for those on finasteride.

      community The Health Benefits of Head Hair

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair provides protection against head trauma, reduces skin cancer risk, helps remove heavy metals, and aids in wound healing. The conversation emphasizes the health benefits of maintaining head hair beyond cosmetic reasons.

      community Extreme caution: my experience using Ru58841 only once

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old experienced severe side effects, including heart palpitations and high blood pressure, after using RU58841 once, leading to a referral to cardiology for suspected left ventricular hypertrophy. The user regrets using RU58841 and seeks advice on recovery, while others suggest preexisting conditions or genetic predispositions may be factors.

      community Be careful with minoxidil, even if it's just foam.

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil caused side effects like chest pain and tinnitus for the user, leading them to stop using it and consider switching to finasteride with microneedling. Other users shared similar experiences with minoxidil, while some reported no issues, highlighting varied individual reactions.

      community Do hair follicles permanently die?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Hair follicles can experience regrowth with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, dermarolling, collagen, and biotin, but some may not fully recover. Expectations should be managed as full regrowth to teenage levels may not be possible.

      community Anyone here who stopped microneedling and maintained or lost the gains?

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling's long-term effects on hair loss are uncertain, with concerns about scarring and the need for continued use of minoxidil and finasteride to maintain gains. Finasteride does not sustain minoxidil-regrown hair without ongoing minoxidil use, and microneedling alone shows limited evidence of effectiveness.

      community PSA: Caffeine and Hair Transplants

       31 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.

      community For those who apply minoxidil after microneedling

       2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Applying a minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid solution immediately after microneedling may cause irritation, and it's generally advised to wait before application. Some users suggest that tretinoin increases minoxidil absorption, but it can also cause side effects like lightheadedness.