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.
The conversation is about someone considering a hairtransplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.
A user shared their positive experience with a hairtransplant of 3500 grafts, showing significant improvement in appearance after 5 months. They underwent the procedure at Heva Clinic in Istanbul for $2,300 USD, which included aftercare, and attributed their hair loss to both genetics and traction alopecia from tight hairstyles.
A popular streamer got a hairtransplant in NY, sponsored by the clinic. Some users discussed the quality of the transplant and the use of medications like Minoxidil and finasteride.
The user, SnooDonuts9235, shares their positive experience with a hairtransplant 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 hairtransplant even without taking oral finasteride and shares that the procedure was not as scary as they initially thought.
User shares one-year hairtransplant results with 3633 FUE grafts. Responses discuss improved appearance, hairline looking pluggy, and doctor's location in Ottawa, Canada.
The conversation discusses Perez Hilton's hair loss despite having three hairtransplants. Participants suggest that hair loss can continue after a transplant if maintenance treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are not used, and that transplanted hair can still be susceptible to loss.
The conversation discusses the need for more support and awareness for Verteporfin research in hair loss treatment, emphasizing its potential benefits and quick implementation due to existing FDA approval. Users express skepticism due to past scams but acknowledge the importance of encouraging doctors to conduct trials.
The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments beyond finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if hair restoration technology has reached a dead end. Hairtransplant technology has improved, but new medications face challenges with market entry, cost, accessibility, and long-term effectiveness.
The conversation suggests Justin Bieber has had a hairtransplant, with many users agreeing on the change in his hairline and discussing the commonality of hair loss and transplants among men, including celebrities. Some speculate he might also be using hair loss medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
Man experiences happiness after seeing himself with hair, discussing treatments like transplants, hair systems, Minoxidil, and Finasteride. Users share experiences, societal expectations, and desire for accessible solutions.
Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.
The user started losing their hair at 16 and got a hairtransplant. They used Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments. The transplant has held up well and they have not experienced graft loss.
A 35-year-old MTF individual shared their hair recovery journey, using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, Microneedling, and Exosomes. They recently had a hairtransplant and are documenting the healing process.
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 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.
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 fought hair loss with Derminator microneedling, topical and oral minoxidil, and a 2000 FUE hairtransplant. Derminator was a game changer, preventing further loss.
A user's progress with hair loss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hairtransplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.
The conversation discusses the use of Verteporfin in hair loss treatment. It suggests that Verteporfin could potentially regenerate hair follicles instead of forming scars, providing an unlimited donor supply for hairtransplants.
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hair loss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hairtransplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.
A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hairtransplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.
A 37-year-old man shared his 1.5-year progress using finasteride and supplements for hair loss, planning a hairtransplant for further restoration. Commenters noticed significant improvement in hair quality and density from his treatment.
The post discusses the rarity of baldness among South Korean men. Users suggest this could be due to early treatment, high beauty standards, accessibility of healthcare, and genetics. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are commonly used, and hairtransplants are also popular.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
The conversation humorously discusses two resilient hair strands that resist DHT, with mentions of minoxidil and finasteride as ineffective treatments. Users joke about cloning the hairs and the mystery of baldness.
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
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.