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GlossaryReflectance Confocal Microscopy

non-invasive imaging technique for detailed skin layer visualization

Reflectance Confocal Microscopy (RCM) is a non-invasive imaging technique that allows for the detailed visualization of skin layers in real-time. It uses a laser to illuminate the skin and captures the reflected light to create high-resolution images, making it particularly useful for diagnosing skin conditions, including alopecia, without the need for a biopsy.

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community Red Light Therapy: Cheap Chinese LED caps are better than $3000 laser caps

in Research/Science 35 upvotes 4 weeks ago

Affordable 92-LED caps may be more effective for hair growth than expensive 270-laser caps due to higher power output and irradiance. The LED caps deliver more energy to the scalp, making them a cost-effective alternative for red light therapy.

community For those that have used anti androgens what is your experience?

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 8 months ago

People discussed their experiences with anti-androgens for hair loss, mentioning side effects like chest pains with RU58841 and skepticism due to lack of safety data, while considering Fluridil as a potential addition to treatment. Some users expressed reluctance to use these chemicals.

community Scientists in Japan develop a new technique to reverse balding by transplanting a special kind of hair follicle cell into a patient's scalp

in Treatment 187 upvotes 4 years ago

A new technique developed by scientists in Japan to reverse balding using hair follicle cell transplants, and the discussion around the effectiveness of this approach compared to other treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Replicel, and Hairclone.

community 4 years on finasteride and Minoxidil with great success. Ask me stuff!

in Progress Pictures 947 upvotes 2 years ago

. ummwhatsure: No it doesn't. I started losing my hair around 27/28. This user has had great success with a combination of finasteride and Minoxidil, taking 1 milligram of finasteride per day and applying Minoxidil twice daily for 4 years, starting when they were 31. They experienced some shedding in the first two years, but now have thicker, fuller hair than before.

community The celebrated doctors that we adore so much and whose advice we hear without doubts, are only humans after all

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 8 months ago

The user visited three dermatologists for hair loss treatment and was disappointed with their lack of thorough examination and discussion. Treatments prescribed included minoxidil, finasteride, multivitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, and biotin, but the user was dissatisfied with the approach and lack of consideration for newer treatments.

community Here are the results from my journey! I used saw palmetto tablets instead of Finasteride(I was afraid of using it), 5% Minoxidil spray and Derma Pen once a week 1.5mm.

in Progress Pictures 306 upvotes 11 months ago

The user shared their positive hair regrowth experience using saw palmetto tablets, 5% minoxidil spray, and a Derma Pen. The conversation debates the effectiveness of saw palmetto versus finasteride, with some advocating for natural treatments and others emphasizing the proven results of finasteride and minoxidil, often in combination with microneedling.

community Added RU58841 and having almost instant results

in Treatment 31 upvotes 1 year ago

User added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment and experienced quick results. Others also reported positive effects, but one user experienced chest pains as a side effect.

community 11 months after Hair transplant 3000 grafts front- minoxidil twice daily foam. Fin 1mg daily. Nizoral shampoo.

in Progress Pictures 733 upvotes 1 year ago

/82 sokak no:3, Bornova, İzmir Province This conversation is about a user's progress after hair transplant surgery and the treatments they used to maintain it. They had a transplant of 3000 grafts in April 2022, taking finasteride 1mg daily and minoxidil twice daily foam, as well as using Nizoral shampoo and Hair Growth Shampoo from Watermans once a week. The results have been positive with good hair health improvement.

community Peace out ✌🏽 Tressless, I’ve went ahead and just shaved off my hair, I no longer want to deal with everything that comes with Finasteride and other drugs, I’ve made my peace, hope everyone in this Sub gain peace and results 💯

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 420 upvotes 2 years ago

The user's decision to shave their head rather than continue using drugs like finasteride and minoxidil to try and stop hair loss, as well as other suggestions such as scalp micropigmentation.