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research Patient-Based Ratio Method for Permanent Zone Donor Area Calculation in Hair Transplant

June 2024 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery/Indian journal of plastic surgery”

This study found that using a specific ratio method based on the patient's scalp measurements can effectively predict the dimensions of the permanent safe zone for hair transplants, particularly in early stages of androgenetic alopecia, potentially ensuring long-lasting transplant results.

research Evaluation of Five Hundred Patients using Ahmad’s NPRT System for Documenting Male Pattern Baldness

1 citations , January 2017 in “ARC journal of dermatology”

This study introduced and evaluated Ahmad's NPRT system for documenting hair loss, finding it helpful in assessing the specific state of male pattern baldness in 500 patients.

research Technical Considerations for Follicular Unit Extraction in African-American Hair

6 citations , May 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

FUE can be successfully done on African-American hair by using larger punch tools and careful techniques to reduce hair damage.

The Use of Body Hair with Scalp Hair for Combination Grafting to Enhance Visual Density of Hair Transplantation and Increase Coverage in Advanced Alopecia

research The Use of Body Hair with Scalp Hair for “Combination Grafting” to Enhance Visual Density of Hair Transplantation and Increase Coverage in Advanced Alopecia

3 citations , November 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international”

This study found that using body hair along with scalp hair in hair transplantation can significantly increase visual density and improve coverage in patients with higher grades of androgenetic alopecia.

research To divide or not to divide, this is the question

July 2009 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery”

This article introduces the concept of follicular units, highlighting their significance in hair restoration, but reports no new findings.

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community Would taking oral and topical Minoxidil be an overkill?

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 40-year-old male with Norwood IV hair loss is considering adding 1.25mg oral Minoxidil in the morning to his current evening spray containing 7% Minoxidil, Finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin. He questions if this combination would be excessive or unnecessary.

community Ive been on Finasteride only 1,5 years

85 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for 1.5 years with significant hair regrowth and no major side effects, but is considering a hair transplant for thinning areas. They have avoided minoxidil due to concerns about high blood pressure and body hair growth.

community 50M Norwood 6. 12 month topical finasteride/minoxidil results

68 upvotes 8 months ago

A 50-year-old man used a topical spray with 6% minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride for hair regrowth, experiencing mild side effects but satisfactory results after 12 months. He is considering a hair transplant and shared his progress to show the potential of this treatment.

community “I’ll be happy as soon as fin brings my hair back” march 21, 2023

138 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is struggling with hair loss and has tried treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride without success, considering a hair transplant as a future option. Others suggest focusing on mental health and self-worth beyond physical appearance, while some share their own experiences with similar treatments and outcomes.

community [13-Year Hair Loss Journey – Reached Norwood 7, Trying Again in 2025 (Male, 32, Vietnam)]

245 upvotes 10 months ago

A 32-year-old man from Vietnam, at Norwood 7 hair loss, is using Minoxidil, Finasteride, rosemary oil, NMN, and CoQ10 to regrow hair. Despite minor improvements, alternatives like hair systems or accepting baldness are suggested due to advanced hair loss.

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