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March 2018 in “Daehan han'yi hag'hoeji/Journal of Korean medicine”
This study found that topical application of Astragalus membranaceus extract induced hairregrowth and reduced immune response markers in mice with natural hair loss.
PP405 is considered as a potential hairregrowth treatment, but users are skeptical due to past product failures. They compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride, questioning its effectiveness and the intentions of pharmaceutical companies.
Using estrogen for hairregrowth is considered ineffective and risky, with potential side effects like breast growth and hormonal changes. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are suggested, but estrogen is not recommended unless transitioning.
The user is using minoxidil, topical finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and a dermaroller for hairregrowth but is experiencing changes in sexual function. They are concerned about whether these changes are due to the treatment and are seeking advice on continuing hair growth without affecting sexuality.
The user experienced long-term pain after an FUE hair transplant and is considering Kenacort injections for relief. They also reported brain fog, dizziness, and anxiety after stopping minoxidil and finasteride, and are currently using PRP, microneedling, and rosemary oil for hair maintenance.
Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.
Does caffeine stimulate hair growth or only slow hair loss?Caffeine stimulates hair follicles in laboratory cultures, and one open-label trial in 210 men found a 0.2% caffeine topical non-inferior to minoxidil 5% on an anagen-ratio endpoint; there is no placebo-controlled evidence that it regrows hair, and none at all in alopecia areata or telogen effluvium.
Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.