3 citations
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August 2002 in “Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery”
This review discusses the state of hair replacement options, highlighting hair transplantation as the gold standard for achieving a natural appearance, and reports no new clinical results.
This article discusses the various techniques for eyebrowreplacement and concludes that punch grafting is specifically recommended for restoring hair to the medial end after vascular island transfer.
329 citations
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January 1997 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
This study reports that progressive frontal fibrosing alopecia, a distinct and gradually stabilizing form of lichen planopilaris affecting elderly women and often involving eyebrow hair loss, lacks effective treatments.
This paper reviews treatment options for alopecia in hypothyroidism, noting that while hormone replacement can restore hair growth, additional treatments like PRP and oral minoxidil may help, though further research is needed.
4 citations
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January 2009 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery”
This study observed that good surgical outcomes for secondary cicatricial alopecia were achieved in 18 patients, with method selection influenced by the size, location, and shape of alopecia.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and fullness after starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with sublingual estrogen and spironolactone, in addition to using a topical solution of minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin. They noted initial shedding phases but emphasized that shedding is a sign of future growth.
A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.
The user shared progress pictures after 9 months of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvements in hair density. Concerns about side effects of finasteride were discussed, with some users sharing personal experiences.
The user experienced significant hairline regrowth over seven months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Initial shedding occurred, but baby hairs appeared around three months, gradually maturing to fill in the hairline.
Fin and minoxidil, in combination with dermarolling, as an effective path for hair growth. The post also provides advice about needle depth and frequency, as well as other treatments (foam and oral) which may be beneficial.