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measurement of the total surface area of the human body

Body Surface Area (BSA) is a measurement used to estimate the total surface area of the human body. It is often used in medical contexts to calculate drug dosages, assess metabolic rates, and evaluate the severity of burns. BSA is typically calculated using formulas that take into account a person's weight and height, such as the Mosteller formula.

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community 10 month Crown Update - 4000 Grafts

in Progress Pictures 47 upvotes 8 months ago

User shared a 10-month update after a 4000-graft hair transplant, using finasteride, minoxidil, hair density shampoos, hair oils, and vitamins. Replies suggest patience as crown growth can take up to 18 months.

community Any experience with Latanoprost?

in Product 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes Latanoprost as potential treatment. Mild improvement observed with its use.

community has anyone tried rubbing receipt paper on their heads as a free topical antiandrogen?

in Satire 49 upvotes 2 months ago

This post and conversation are about using receipt paper as a satirical treatment for hair loss. Users humorously discuss various absurd methods, including rubbing, ingesting, and making suppositories out of receipts.

community 5 Month Update - Fin, minoxidil, ru58841, dermapen 1.7mm

in Progress Pictures 92 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses a 5-month hair loss treatment regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, dermapen (1.7mm), and ketoconazole shampoo, with noticeable hair regrowth. One user notes the hair appears thicker, while another mentions RU58841 is not doctor-recommended.

community Ive managed to beat the gream reaper of balding

in Minoxidil 497 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their success with minoxidil for hair loss, using 5% liquid Kirkland twice daily and dermarolling monthly, and plans to add finasteride. They saw significant progress after three months and regained confidence.

community I was hesitant, but I pulled it. Thoughts?

in Shaved/buzzed 2707 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their experience with hair loss, showing a shaved/buzzed look. Replies praised their appearance and discussed treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil.

community Hair progress over 7 years (Oral fin 1mg + oral min 2.5mg + topical min 5% + micro-needling)

in Progress Pictures 193 upvotes 7 months ago

The user shared a 7-year hair progress journey, starting with occasional minoxidil use and later including a finasteride prescription, online prescriptions, and microneedling. Significant hair growth was achieved, but side effects led to a reduction in medication dosage.

community Guys stay consistent with your routine!

in Progress Pictures 605 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing hair growth after 5.5 and 8 weeks of using Minoxidil twice daily, oral Finasteride once daily, Vitamin C once daily, derma stamping twice weekly, and Nizoral shampoo three times per week. Some replies express skepticism, while others share their own experiences and advise moderation in treatment.

community Almost 8 months. 40 years old. Owe it all to this sub.

in Progress Pictures 815 upvotes 1 year ago

A 40-year-old man successfully regrew his hair in 8 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5 oral minoxidil, minoxidil foam twice a day, derma rolling/stamping twice a week, and retinol serum. The community praised his progress, asked about his routine, and shared their own experiences.

community Rate my regimen - Is it fine to do everything at once as long as the min is dry?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes double the recommended dose of Minoxidil foam once nightly, a mix of RU58841 and stemoxydine after the Minoxidil dries, ketoconazole every other day, and weekly microneedling with alternating depths. They are also considering starting finasteride soon.

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 Take A Vitamin D Blood Test!!!

in Treatment 48 upvotes 2 years ago

Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.

community 3 months of only minox + dermarolling, really happy with the results so far

in Progress Pictures 699 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced hair regrowth with minoxidil and dermarolling for 3 months. Routine includes applying 1ml minoxidil nightly and dermarolling with 0.5mm needles twice a week.

community 11 months on fin + min. Thoughts?

in Progress Pictures 914 upvotes 3 months ago

A user shared progress pictures after 11 months on finasteride and minoxidil, with intermittent microneedling. The community responded positively, noting significant hair regrowth and encouraging continued treatment.

community Haircafe on why microneedling is bad for hair growth

in Microneedling 157 upvotes 3 months ago

Microneedling combined with minoxidil and finasteride shows significant hair regrowth, though opinions on its effectiveness vary. Some users report substantial benefits, while others highlight the need for more research and consistency in application.

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 3 months - Fin&Min Topical Spray, Tretinoin, Derminator 1.25 every 5-6 days

in Progress Pictures 145 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen that includes a topical spray with finasteride and minoxidil, tretinoin, and using a Derminator (microneedling device) at 1.25mm depth every 5-6 days. The user reports positive results after 90 days and plans to continue the treatment, with others commenting on the process and potential outcomes.

community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use

in Minoxidil 9 upvotes 5 years ago

A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 1 month ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

community Scientists have found that a naturally occurring sugar in humans and animals could be used as a topical treatment for male pattern baldness | In the study, mice received 2dDR-SA gel for 21 days, resulting in greater number of blood vessels and an increase in hair follicle length and denseness

in Research/Science 634 upvotes 4 months ago

Scientists discovered a sugar gel, 2dDR-SA, that increased hair growth in mice. Users discussed its potential, comparing it to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community 1st time microneedling, Dr. Pen, 16 pins, 0.8 mm. Did I went too hard or is it OK?

in Microneedling 51 upvotes 6 months ago

A user tried microneedling for hair loss with a Dr. Pen at 0.8 mm and experienced bleeding, questioning if the intensity was too much. Others suggested a less aggressive approach, and one mentioned finasteride as a helpful treatment without side effects.

community So does oral minoxidil age your skin or not

in Minoxidil 41 upvotes 8 months ago

Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.

community 11 months Fin and 4 months microneedling

in Progress Pictures 73 upvotes 11 months ago

The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.

community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 85 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.

community Pyrilutamide almost for 9 months

in Progress Pictures 62 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using pyrilutamide, topical finasteride, and 15% minoxidil for hair growth for almost 4 years. Despite mixed responses from others, the user reports seeing progress, especially with the addition of pyrilutamide, and plans to continue the regimen.

community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 2453 upvotes 3 years ago

The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.

community I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA

in Treatment 445 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.

community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

in Microneedling 295 upvotes 2 years ago

Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

community DUPA hair loss - What's the real deal ?

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 2 years ago

A 25-year-old male with DUPA (diffuse thinning including the donor area) has not seen improvement after 14 months on finasteride. He's considering switching to dutasteride (DUT) after advice from a hair loss YouTuber and is also contemplating trying RU58841.

community My microneedling journey (no min, fin, etc)

in Microneedling 194 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced positive hair growth results using microneedling with rosemary and mint oil, without Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They switched from a dermaroller to a microneedling pen and targeted different scalp areas weekly.