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      community Debunking Androgenetic Theory (Hair Transplants)

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a theory that hair regrowth after transplant is due to the angiogenesis process (new blood vessels forming), not because the transplanted hair is unaffected by DHT. The responses highlight the established belief in 'donor dominance' (the importance of the hair's origin in transplantation) and skepticism about the new theory.

      community 28M Hair Transplant in India, will update with results.

      in Transplants  211 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past side effects with other medications but will use minoxidil for six months post-surgery. He researched and selected a clinic in Mumbai with a high reputation, underwent a 9-hour procedure for $965, and is optimistic about the results.

      community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

      community Huge holes on donor area of scalp is this even normal?

      in Transplants  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.

      community About Verteporfin but not about hair

      in Technology  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin treatment shows promise for hair regeneration and reducing scar tissue in hair transplants. Some users plan to try verteporfin with hair transplants, and it may also be combined with PRP in future experiments.

      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 Why only the top of the head?!

      in Chat 2 years ago
      Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

      in Research/Science  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community 1 year post Hair Transplant before and after. What level of shedding is normal

      in Progress Pictures  1791 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, SnooDonuts9235, shares their positive experience with a hair transplant and using topical finasteride and minoxidil. They express concern about increased shedding and ask if it is normal. Other users compliment their results and ask about the clinic and procedure details. SnooDonuts9235 encourages others to consider a hair transplant even without taking oral finasteride and shares that the procedure was not as scary as they initially thought.

      community Expectations control for SCUBE3

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 9 months ago
      SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

      community 4600 - result 9 month - Dr. Carman

      in Progress Pictures  253 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 9-month post-hair transplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.

      community Regrowth 21 months, fin, 41 Male

      in Progress Pictures  592 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 21-month hair regrowth journey using oral Finasteride 1mg daily and Minoxidil 5% topical applications. Despite initial discouragement due to slow progress, they saw significant improvement, reducing the need for a hair transplant to minor fill-ins at the front hairline.

      community Kintor Pharma Announces Positive Top-line U.S. Phase I Trial Results of GT20029, the World’s First Topical Use PROTAC Compound

      in Research/Science  126 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses positive initial trial results for GT20029, a topical compound for hair loss that degrades androgen receptors, potentially requiring only weekly application. Participants express hope for this treatment to be more effective and convenient than current options like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community 14-Month Update - FUE Hair Transplant

      in Update  979 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 14-month update on a FUE hair transplant, and the effects of male pattern baldness. People discussed products such as Minoxidil, finasteride, Kerastase Chronologiste shampoo and care oil, and RU58841 to help treat hair loss.

      community A Different Take on Curing MBP

       17 upvotes 5 years ago
      Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.