The post and conversation discuss Verteporfin's potential as a hair loss treatment. It's shown promise in regrowing hair after transplants and might be effective with microneedling.
A user had a bad reaction to Finasteride, experiencing anxiety and fatigue, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since they can't use Finasteride or Minoxidil. Suggestions include trying low doses of Finasteride, making a topical version, or using other treatments like Alfatradiol, but the user is hesitant to use Finasteride again and is considering a hairtransplant.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hairtransplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.
Hairtransplants, oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride mesotherapy are highly effective for treating AGA hair loss. This combination can maintain and improve hair for most people, except those with very aggressive AGA.
OP underwent a hairtransplant (HT) and has been using finasteride for one year. Despite having thin hair, OP is happy with the results and feels more confident.
Michael Scott's hair improvement was likely due to a hairtransplant and possibly finasteride. Some believe his hair was intentionally styled poorly in the first season.
User had a hairtransplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.
User shares 4-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Others discuss body hair, hairtransplant possibilities, and user's treatment response.
User celebrates 2-year anniversary of 2500 FUE hairtransplant procedure and worries about future hair loss. Others compliment the results and suggest using Dut and Min to maintain hair.
User started hair loss treatment 3 months ago using topical fin, minoxidil, RU58841, stemoxydine, and microneedling. Others noticed improvement in mid and frontal scalp areas and suggested considering oral minoxidil.
The user is 2 months post-hairtransplant with 6,000 grafts using the DHI method and is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are seeking feedback on their progress.
Eleven days after a hairtransplant, 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.
A user who experienced significant hair growth after using finasteride and minoxidil foam for five and six months respectively, with the addition of a hairtransplant.
A 7-month update from Markoj44 regarding their hairtransplant results, which includes the use of topical finasteride and minoxidil in combination with Viviscal, biotin, Nizoral shampoo, and donor area photos. People responded positively to the post.
The conversation discusses the appearance of hairtransplants immediately after surgery, noting that scars will be covered as hair grows. The original poster underwent both FUT and FUE procedures.
Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hairtransplants 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.
A user shared their 9-month post-hairtransplant 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.
A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hairtransplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.
The conversation is about documenting hair loss over four years leading up to a hairtransplant, with photos showing the progression. The next post will cover the experience and recovery from an FUE transplant.
Hair loss causes anxiety during haircuts, with some using minoxidil, finasteride, or hairtransplants to cope. Others manage by cutting their own hair or accepting baldness.
A 32-year-old man had a successful hairtransplant in Atlanta, using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily, which greatly improved his confidence and appearance. He spent about $13,000 and is very satisfied with the youthful results and increased happiness.
The user experienced significant hair loss due to health issues and is now using finasteride and minoxidil for nearly 3 months. They are hopeful about tiny hairs/dots indicating regrowth and are considering a hairtransplant later in the year.
A user named "Redbone2222" shares their positive experience with a hairtransplant procedure of 2500-3000 grafts, along with the use of 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil. They express satisfaction with the results and believe that finasteride has been more effective for them than minoxidil.
User's hair loss journey includes Minoxidil 5%, HIM's topical finasteride and minoxidil, derma rolling, and rosemary oil. Experiences some side effects, still considering hairtransplant for better hairline.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Platelet rich plasma treatment is considered expensive but cheaper than hairtransplant.
A user recovered their crown using finasteride, dermarolling, and vitamins, and had a hairtransplant for their hairline. They experienced no side effects from finasteride except increased libido and also take zinc, biotin, trace minerals, kelp, and vitamin D.
User with diffused thinning hair prefers receding temples, as hairtransplant could fix it. Finasteride and minoxidil suggested to improve hair density.
The user decided to shave their head instead of pursuing a hairtransplant or using drugs like minoxidil and finasteride. They are motivated to accept themselves as they are and feel more confident after taking this action.