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5 / 9 resultslearn Low Level Laser Therapy
laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
learn Mesotherapy
technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp
learn Microneedling
technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
learn Pyrilutamide
highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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research Follicular Unit Extraction: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Hair Transplantation
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a less invasive hair transplant method with minimal scarring, suitable for about 60% of patients, especially those needing fewer grafts and quicker recovery.
research Review of robotic surgery platforms and end effectors
The document concludes that surgical robots improve surgery and recovery but are costly and can stress surgeons due to less patient contact.
research Epidemiology and treatment modalities for the management of benign prostatic hyperplasia
More men are getting benign prostatic hyperplasia, and there are many treatments, from medication to surgery, with new methods being developed.
research Laparoscopic adrenalectomy – a cure for male pattern baldness
Removing a hormone-producing adrenal tumor can stop hair loss in women with high testosterone levels.
research In Vivo Follicular Unit Multiplication: Is It Possible to Harvest an Unlimited Donor Supply?
Transplanted transected hair follicles can survive but grow at unsatisfactory rates and are thinner, suggesting limited potential for unlimited donor hair supply.
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5 / 503 resultscommunity Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work
Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.
community Bad experience at Dermatologist
A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date 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 COMPLETE OVERVIEW of the Treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men
Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.
community What 1 year and $6000 can do for your hair
A hair transplant performed by Dr Bruno Ferreira in Portugal, which has improved the user's appearance and self-confidence. The user also mentioned taking finasteride for 5 years to help with their hair loss.