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      Gold Thread Implantation Promotes Hair Growth in Humans and Mice

      research Gold thread implantation promotes hair growth in human and mice

      5 citations , January 2017 in “Laboratory Animal Research”
      This study observed that gold thread implantation increased hair regrowth in both human patients and mice, suggesting it could be an effective hair regrowth treatment, although further studies are needed to understand its mechanisms and safety.
      Monofilament Threads in Treatment of Female Hair Loss

      research Monofilament threads in treatment of female hair loss

      4 citations , October 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”
      This study reported that injecting monofilament threads into the scalp significantly improved hair count and hair mass index in women with female pattern hair loss, with most participants noticing substantial improvements in hair characteristics compared to a placebo.
      Threadlift: Information Quality Analysis on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok

      research #threadlift: Information Quality Analysis on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok

      January 2024 in “Dermatology Review”
      This study assessed the quality of social media information about thread lifting and found it generally low across platforms, with YouTube rated highest. The researchers emphasized the need for dermatologists and plastic surgeons to provide better-quality content and for platforms to monitor health-related information conscientiously.
      Dermatological Perspectives on Pressure Alopecias: A Call for Awareness

      research Dermatological perspectives on pressure alopecias: A call for awareness

      September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      In their commentary, the authors introduce additional cosmetic procedures—thread lifts, temporal lifting with dermal fillers, and facelifts—that may lead to type 2 pressure alopecia, expanding the understanding of this condition's potential causes beyond the original classification tied to cosmetic injections and sustained external pressure.

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      community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

       64 upvotes 8 months ago
      Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride

       86 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.

      community Can someone explain the Dutasteride hysteria in this community?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  58 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the double standard in the hair loss community regarding shedding when using different treatments. The conclusion is that shedding is considered normal when starting finasteride or minoxidil, but not when starting dutasteride, despite the fact that dutasteride is more effective at reducing DHT.

      community Warning: Him's fraudulently reactivated subscription and refused to refund.

       212 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hims reactivated a subscription without consent, leading to unauthorized charges for Finasteride and Minoxidil products, and refused to issue a refund until a bank dispute was filed. Users discussed alternative, cheaper sources for these treatments and shared similar negative experiences with Hims.

      community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  52 upvotes 3 years ago
      The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.