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Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
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research Safety and Efficacy of Minoxidil Treatment in Scarring Alopecia: A Scoping Review
Minoxidil may help with hair regrowth and disease stabilization in scarring alopecia, but side effects vary, needing more research for consistent safety and effectiveness.
research The Irish Experience in Pediatric Parry Romberg Syndrome: A Case Series Highlighting Management and Surgical Outcomes
Children with Parry Romberg Syndrome had successful facial fat-grafting surgeries after disease stabilization with no complications.
research Prognosis, Treatment, and Disease Outcomes in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Retrospective Review of 92 Cases
Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia stabilized with treatment, especially younger ones, using intralesional corticosteroids and tacrolimus.
research Lichen Planopilaris in Women: A Retrospective Review at Mayo Clinic (1992-2016)
Women with lichen planopilaris often have thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, and may respond to treatment with slowed disease progression.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may help stabilize or slow down hair loss in some frontal fibrosing alopecia patients, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
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5 / 501 resultscommunity Four years on finasteride (1 mg daily) and minoxidil (two years topical, two years oral) from age 24 (top) to 28 (bottom). Looks like I lost a bit of ground
The user shared progress pictures after using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss over four years. Responses vary, with some seeing stabilization or slight improvement, and others noticing a small amount of hair loss.
community Can you guys look at my stack and tell me why I'm not yet in regrowth city?
The user has been treating hair loss for 2.5 years using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, and microneedling, but is experiencing shedding and is unsure if further improvement is possible. Another person shared a similar experience with no gains despite similar treatments.
community Long term finasteride users; Did you notice any improvement after 2 years?
Long term Finasteride users and whether or not they have noticed improvements after two years of use, with other treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling also discussed. Some replies suggest that improvement is possible even beyond the two year mark while others caution against believing studies backed by the Post-Finasteride Foundation.
community Why don't more people here use oils?
The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seed oil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.
community It’s crazy how it’s 2018 and the only hair loss treatments we have feature undesirable side effects and/or aren’t even effective for many people.
Hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, dermarolling, finasteride, dutasteride, hair transplants, hair systems, and shaving the head. The conversation covers various opinions on these treatments and mentions possible side effects as well as alternatives like wigs, vitamins, and lifestyle changes. The post expresses disappointment that there has been no major breakthrough in the field of hair loss treatments despite decades of research.