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      technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp

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      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

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      technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

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      community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

      in Research/Science  145 upvotes 2 years ago
      A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.

      community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

      community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride

      in Research/Science  194 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

      community Why only the top of the head?!

      in Chat 2 years ago
      Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.