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      community My Hair transplant surgery update 3500 Grafts

       587 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their experience with a hair transplant surgery in India, involving 3,500 grafts, and expressed satisfaction with the results and cost. The post received mixed reactions, with some users questioning the authenticity of the graft count and results, while others praised the outcome.

      community Just a tad bit swollen but anything for hair right babe?

      in Transplants  516 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user experienced significant swelling after a hair and beard transplant, possibly due to an allergic reaction or improper post-surgery care. Despite dissatisfaction with the clinic's handling of grafts and customer service, the user appreciates the clinic's skill in achieving natural hairline density.

      community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

      in Transplants  171 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

       13 upvotes 7 months ago
      Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

      community We already know how to permanently fix hair loss. The science is done. The only thing missing is the funding to run one experiment.

      in Technology  613 upvotes 4 months ago
      A permanent hair loss solution could involve reprogramming hair follicles to resist DHT using mRNA and siRNA. However, high costs, safety concerns, and the pharmaceutical industry's preference for ongoing treatments over one-time cures are major obstacles, with finasteride and minoxidil remaining standard treatments.