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      Cardio-Light: Nitric Oxide Uncaged

      research Cardio-Light: Nitric Oxide Uncaged

      6 citations, October 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science”
      Low-level laser therapy using near-infrared light may help heart conditions and promote healing by releasing nitric oxide.
      The Nuts and Bolts of Low-Level Laser Therapy

      research The Nuts and Bolts of Low-Level Laser Therapy

      1057 citations, November 2011 in “Annals of Biomedical Engineering”
      Low-level Laser Therapy may help reduce inflammation, pain, and aid healing, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and establish standard treatment guidelines.
      Low-Level Light Therapy and Hair Loss

      research Low-Level Light Therapy and Hair Loss

      January 2012 in “Human health handbooks”
      Low-level light therapy is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss, increases hair count and strength, and is considered safe for use.
      Alopecia: A Review of Laser and Light Therapies

      research Alopecia: A Review of Laser and Light Therapies

      40 citations, February 2012 in “Dermatology Online Journal”
      Lasers might help hair growth in some alopecia cases, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.

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      community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

      in Transplants  169 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Well here I am 3-4 years later.

      in Update  56 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about someone who has been taking finasteride for hair loss without success, considering switching to dutasteride or giving up treatment. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, infrared therapy, multivitamins, and high-concentration topical solutions combining finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Sunlight: Does it Stimulate Hair Growth or Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  61 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether sunlight exposure affects hair growth or loss, with mixed anecdotes and theories but no clear consensus. Some suggest moderate sunlight can benefit hair by providing vitamin D, while others doubt its effectiveness compared to treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 7 months ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.