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Well-designed clinical trials are needed to improve hair restoration methods.
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Ethical standards and scientific insight are key to growing the hair restoration market.
research Medical and Professional Ethics: Spotlight on Cosmetic vs Non-Cosmetic Hair Transplant Surgery
The article suggests that hair transplant surgery may not be purely cosmetic because it treats a disease and calls for clearer guidelines on its classification.
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Hair restoration surgeons undergo comprehensive training and exams to ensure competence.
research Punch Grafting Types and Punch Designs
New punch designs for hair transplants have expanded options for surgeons.
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5 / 39 resultscommunity 3.5 months on oral minoxidil - getting frustrated
The user switched from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and added RU58841 to their hair loss treatment but hasn't seen improvement after several months, causing frustration. They also mentioned using finasteride and are confused about the lack of results despite oral minoxidil's reported high success rate.
community Fixing DHT Itch (scalp inflammation) with Aloe Vera gel & more
Aloe vera gel can help reduce scalp inflammation and "DHT itch" associated with hair loss, particularly in those with androgenic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis. It's suggested to use aloe vera alongside treatments like finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo to manage symptoms and promote scalp health.
community PP405 Won’t Work: Follicle Is Miniaturized, Fibrosed, And Missing Key Support Cells
PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.
community Update about Hair Follicle Glucose Metabolism: New Clinical Data Collection with Ex-President Of American Board Of Hair Restoration Surgery.
David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.
community ”Why are we not funding this?” - Peter Griffin
Topical finasteride can reduce scalp DHT as effectively as oral finasteride with fewer systemic effects, but availability is limited. Some users make their own solutions due to limited access.