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growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair
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chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions
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a copper peptide showing promise in both regrowth and reversing gray hair
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Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
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research Tissue Expansion Techniques in Reconstructive Surgery: A 10-Year Bibliometric Analysis
The analysis shows the U.S. leads in tissue expansion research, mainly for breast reconstruction, with a slightly higher complication rate when using acellular dermal matrix.
research Improved Scalp Reduction Results with Prolonged Acute Tissue Expansion
The new technique PÂTÉ improved the amount of scalp tissue removed in surgeries.
research Alopecia Secondary to Repaired Occipital Encephalocele: Role of Tissue Expander in Hair Restoration
Hair loss due to a repaired brain bulge was successfully treated using a tissue expansion technique.
research Patient-Controlled Expansion: Applying a New Technique to Breast Reconstruction
The new patient-controlled expansion technique for breast reconstruction is safe, efficient, and cost-effective.
research Tissue Expansion and Serial Excision in Scar Revision
Both tissue expansion and serial excision are effective for scar revision in the head and neck area.
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5 / 561 resultscommunity Could low blood flow to the head cause an increased rate of thinning?
The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for male pattern baldness (MPB) and is experiencing rapid thinning. They are questioning if low blood flow to the head could be contributing to their hair loss.
community HairClone developing cell replacement treatments for Hair Loss
HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.
community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
community Increased adipose tissue (being overweight) in males may increase likelyhood of finasterde side effects
Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.
community DHT Itch is real. The connection between Acne and Male Pattern Baldness shows this
The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hair loss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.