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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.
research Traumatic Panniculitis With Localized Hypertrichosis: Two New Cases and Considerations
Traumatic panniculitis can cause increased hair growth in affected areas.
research Localized Hypertrichosis in Subsiding Psoriatic Plaques
Healing psoriatic plaques can cause unexpected hair growth.
research Hypertrichosis in Childhood
Childhood hypertrichosis is excessive hair growth not linked to hormones, with types based on location and origin.
research Acquired Localized Hypertrichosis Induced by Rivastigmine
An 80-year-old man grew extra hair on his forearms after starting Alzheimer's medication rivastigmine.
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5 / 219 resultscommunity Topical Finasteride Doesn't Directly Reduce 5ar Enzyme on Scalp
Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information and discuss various studies and experiences.
community 7 Month Progress and still growing. Minoxidil + Finasteride
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1 mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil once a day over seven months, with minor side effects like hypertrichosis. Consistency in treatment was emphasized, and the user reported improved hair density and texture without major side effects.
community Switching to Oral from Topical min effective or not
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil may lead to better results for some users, with oral minoxidil generally being more effective due to higher absorption. However, it can also cause side effects like hypertrichosis and blood pressure issues, and individual responses may vary.
community [AMA] 5-Month Progress Report: Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil Results.
Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male pattern baldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.
community People like this don't have to be bald.
Body hair transplants can be a last resort for hair loss, using body hair to fill scalp gaps, though it may not match scalp hair in texture or length. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, with varying effectiveness and side effects.