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    Glossary Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale

    standardized tool to assess cosmetic treatment effectiveness

    The Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS) is a standardized tool used by medical professionals to assess the overall improvement in a patient's appearance following a cosmetic treatment. It ranges from "very much improved" to "worse," allowing for a consistent and objective evaluation of treatment outcomes. This scale helps both clinicians and patients gauge the effectiveness of procedures like hair restoration or skin rejuvenation.

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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

       113 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

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