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      community First time visiting a dermatologist for hairloss, I'm skeptical

      in Chat  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss and was prescribed Minoxidil without a physical examination, leading to skepticism about the thoroughness of the appointment. The user is considering seeking a second opinion due to the lack of tests or physical checks.

      community 3-ish month Progress and Treatment Testimonial

      in Progress  28 upvotes 5 years ago
      User experienced significant hair loss and tried treatments including Finasteride, Minoxidil, scalp massages, microneedling, and Nizoral shampoo. After focusing on overall physical and mental health, user saw dramatic improvement in hair growth.

      community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

      community People who don’t microneedle, why?

      in Microneedling  142 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Microneedling is often combined with minoxidil for hair growth, but concerns about scalp damage, pain, and effectiveness deter some users. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, tretinoin, and laser treatments are preferred by others.