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    Glossary Long-Pulsed Ruby Laser

    emits red light for hair removal and pigmented lesion treatment

    A Long-Pulsed Ruby Laser (LPRL) is a type of laser that emits light at a wavelength of 694 nm, which is in the red part of the spectrum. It is used primarily for hair removal and treating pigmented lesions because its wavelength is well absorbed by melanin, the pigment in hair and skin. The "long-pulsed" aspect refers to the duration of the laser pulses, which are longer than those in traditional ruby lasers, allowing for deeper penetration and more effective treatment with reduced risk of skin damage.

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      community 10+ long year fin users share your story

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      Long-term finasteride users report maintaining or regrowing hair, often using additional treatments like minoxidil, low-level laser therapy, and ketoconazole shampoo. Most experience minimal side effects, though some report issues like erectile dysfunction.

      community Transitioning off daily Oral Dutasteride (0.5mg) for long-term (multi-decade) maintenance. Which protocol is best?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses transitioning from daily oral Dutasteride to a long-term maintenance protocol for hair loss, considering options like oral Finasteride with topical Dutasteride, pulsed oral Dutasteride, and oral Finasteride with topical Finasteride. The consensus suggests maintaining a baseline with daily Finasteride and using Dutasteride twice a week to minimize shedding while reducing systemic exposure.

      community Hair Growth Caps and Helmets Research

       32 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair growth caps and helmets using low-level laser therapy (LLLT) show potential for treating androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed. Users often combine these devices with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community One month in, and LLLT is seemingly working

       4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss possibly due to scalp damage and tried natural treatments with limited success. They reported noticeable hair thickening after using a laser treatment device, suggesting it may be effective, especially for those on finasteride.