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      learn Platelet-Rich Plasma

      growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair

      learn Verteporfin

      chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions

      learn GHK-Cu

      a copper peptide showing promise in both regrowth and reversing gray hair

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      Managing the Donor Area to Minimize Scarring

      research Managing the Donor Area to Minimize Scarring

      8 citations , June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology”
      Use shallow cuts, small tissue removal, careful suturing, and keep the area moist to reduce scarring in hair transplants.
      Deep Plane Fixation in Integumental Surgery

      research Deep Plane Fixation in Integumental Surgery

      1 citations , February 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
      Deep Plane Fixation in scalp surgeries allows for more tissue removal with less tension, leading to better healing and less scarring.
      International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery

      research International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery

      July 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
      Various techniques and tools for hair restoration were presented in 1998, including a mathematical model for donor area, use of lasers in surgery, methods for controlling grafted hair direction, and ways to increase graft yield. Satisfaction rates were around 39%, and studies showed trauma and dehydration can damage hair follicles.

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      community induce goosebumps to reverse hairloss

      in Satire  18 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses inducing goosebumps to potentially reverse hair loss, with mentions of using cold therapy and muscle exercises. It also references other unconventional ideas like removing a testicle to lower DHT.

      community Why I really believe the tension theory is the cause of MPB

      in Research/Science  70 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.

      community Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.