This article reviews the discourse around male cosmeticsurgery patients and argues against the perception that cosmeticsurgery will become as common among men as it is among women.
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October 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
This review assessed available treatments for female pattern hair loss and found that minoxidil improved hair regrowth compared to placebo, though high-quality evidence was limited for other interventions.
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June 1992 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology”
This discussion reviews hair transplantation as a treatment for thinning, hairline restoration, or scar coverage in females, offering no new clinical findings.
Can a hair transplant be combined with other treatments?Clinics commonly say a transplant is combined with other treatments, most often minoxidil, finasteride or PRP, but the evidence behind each add-on differs. Some of the add-ons offered, such as stem-cell or exosome products, are not approved treatments for hair loss.
Can stemoxydine help improve hair density in both men and women?Stemoxydine is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair loss drug, and the manufacturer's three-month trials enrolled men only, reporting a small increase in measured hair density. One small uncontrolled study that included women reported improvement in both sexes but more in men, so a benefit for women is not established.
Is scalp micropigmentation safe?Providers describe scalp micropigmentation as low-risk when a trained practitioner uses sterile single-use equipment, but that is a provider claim rather than a regulatory finding: pigment allergy, infection and colour change are documented risks of cosmetic tattooing.
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.
Hair loss impacts mental health and should be covered by healthcare, with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil being affordable and effective. Some argue hair loss is cosmetic and shouldn't be funded, while others highlight its broader health implications.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.
A user shared their successful experience with hair regrowth and transitioning from male to female using minoxidil, finasteride, Nutrafol, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). They expressed gratitude for the results and encouraged others to explore treatments that align with their personal goals.