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research Short-Term Efficacy of Autologous Cellular Micrografts in Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Cohort Study

3 citations , November 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

In this study, a single application of autologous cellular micrografts showed short-term favorable responses in up to two-thirds of patients with androgenetic alopecia.

research Trichoscopic criteria of female pattern hair loss

February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that HLA-B*57 and HLA-Cw*06 were associated with increased risk of psoriasis vulgaris, while KIR2DL2 was more prevalent in controls, suggesting a protective effect.

research Trichoscopy (hair and scalp videodermoscopy) in the healthy female. Method standardization and norms for measurable parameters

46 citations , April 2009 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports”

This study established standard trichoscopy norms for adult white females, providing benchmarks for hair thickness, percentage of thin hairs, and pilosebaceous units with single hair across different scalp areas.

research Phototrichogram findings in women with androgenetic alopecia

20 citations , October 2006 in “Skin Research and Technology”

This study found that in women with androgenetic alopecia, hair density is lower, and thin and non-growing hair are more common on the midscalp compared to the occiput.

research Dermoscopy in female androgenic alopecia: Method standardization and diagnostic criteria

129 citations , January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology”

This study found that trichoscopy criteria can distinguish female androgenic alopecia from chronic telogen effluvium, with specific features achieving 98% diagnostic specificity.

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community Why can't NW7 get hair transplants? Can someone explain the math behind it?

in Transplants 60 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair transplants for NW7 individuals are challenging due to limited donor hair, often resulting in thin coverage unless body or beard hair is used. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned to support hair density and growth.

community My beard is getting worse since 3 months, patchy thin beard

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 5 months ago

Finasteride is likely causing beard thinning due to its anti-androgen effects, which reduce DHT levels necessary for thick facial hair. Some users suggest using minoxidil to potentially counteract this effect, while others note that stopping finasteride may allow the beard to regrow.

community My First Hair System Experience (photos enclosed)

14 upvotes 7 years ago

A user shared their positive experience with a non-surgical hair replacement system, detailing the purchase and maintenance process, including using Walker Lace Front Support Tape and various adhesives. They found the system secure and undetectable, allowing them to engage in active pursuits without issues.

community Creatine & Hair Loss — My Personal Experience (And a Bit of Simple Math)

71 upvotes 1 year ago

Creatine may accelerate hair loss in those genetically predisposed, with some users reporting increased shedding while taking it and improvement after stopping. Some users use treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, while opinions on creatine's impact vary.

community Effect of Accutane(acne medication) on hair?

11 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Accutane can cause hair thinning in some users, with effects varying from no change to permanent hair loss. Some users reported improvements in hair and skin with treatments like Finasteride, while others experienced severe side effects, including mental health issues.

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learn Hair Transplant

Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas

Can I get a hair transplant if I have thinning hair? Sometimes. It depends on the cause and pattern of thinning and on whether the donor area is also thinning; diffuse thinning often rules surgery out.
Will transplanted hair fall out after a hair transplant? Transplanted hair usually lasts long term, although some grafts may not survive and hair around them can keep thinning. Shedding of the transplanted hairs in the first weeks is normal.
Can you go bald after a hair transplant? Yes, you can still go bald after a hair transplant due to thinning native hair.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Can Scalp Micropigmentation actually make hair look thicker, or is it just a cosmetic illusion? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of thicker hair by reducing scalp visibility.
Can scalp micropigmentation work for long hair? Providers say SMP can add the look of density under longer hair, but most say it works best with short hair, and results vary.

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