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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 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.

research The effects of minoxidil, 1% pyrithione zinc and a combination of both on hair density: a randomized controlled trial

57 citations , August 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that daily use of 1% pyrithione zinc shampoo modestly improved hair growth over 26 weeks, although these effects were less than those of 5% minoxidil.

research Reliability of the pattern hair loss classifications: A comparison of the basic and specific and Norwood–Hamilton classifications

16 citations , October 2012 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that the BASP classification system for pattern hair loss showed better reproducibility and repeatability compared to the Norwood-Hamilton classification.

Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Features, Classification, and Treatments

research Androgenetic Alopecia

103 citations , June 2007 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America”

This article discusses treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, noting that medical interventions like finasteride and minoxidil can halt and partially reverse hair loss in mild to moderate cases, especially when combined with surgery.

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community Switched from fin 1mg to dut 0.5mg

in Is this regrowth? 39 upvotes 1 year ago

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced noticeable hair regrowth without side effects, though some users questioned the necessity of such a potent treatment given the minimal hair loss. The conversation also touched on potential side effects of dutasteride, such as reduced sperm quality, but the user reported no issues.

community How is this even possible that there is no cure till now

in Technology 155 upvotes 4 months ago

There is no permanent cure for hair loss; treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants require ongoing use and are not universally effective. Genetic complexity and financial incentives for ongoing treatments hinder the development of a definitive cure.

community Norwood 6 Age 24 Post hair transplant options

15 upvotes 4 days ago

A 24-year-old regrets undergoing a hair transplant without first trying medications like finasteride and minoxidil, which he only recently learned about. He is now considering medication to stabilize hair loss before possibly opting for another transplant, a hair system, or scalp micropigmentation.

community Norwood reaper is really a jokester

67 upvotes 2 months ago

A user regrets having a hair transplant without using medications like finasteride or minoxidil, leading to further hair loss. They are now trying Koshine 1% after experiencing side effects from other treatments.

community Norwood 7 progress 3.5 months on topicals

14 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using topical dutasteride with cetirizine, laser therapy, and growth serum. The user observes miniaturized, vellus hairs on the scalp.

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