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March 2018 in “International journal of molecular sciences”
The document concludes that the understanding of scar formation is incomplete and current prevention and treatment for hypertrophic scars and keloids are not fully effective.
The potential of using Verteporfin to prevent hair loss scars and possible regrowth, with two doctors currently testing it, although the price of a 15mg bottle is expensive.
Treating hair loss with a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, as well as keto shampoo twice weekly; other treatments such as microneedling and oral finasteride were discussed but the user is hesitant due to potential scarring. Additionally, another user suggested switching to oral minoxidil for further gains.
The user "_Mad_Jack_" shared their progress pictures of using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months. They experienced good hair retention and increased overall hair count, but no regrowth of the hairline. They are considering switching to oral finasteride and microneedling for better results. Testicular pain was a side effect experienced during the treatment. Another user mentioned getting a hair transplant to cover their crown.
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.