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research Prevalence and types of androgenetic alopecia in Shanghai, China: a community-based study

66 citations , February 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that the prevalence of androgenetic alopecia in Chinese men was lower than in Caucasian men, similar to Korean men, and most commonly presented as type III vertex.

research Eficacia del tratamiento con inyecciones intradérmicas de plasma rico en plaquetas para la alopecia androgenética en varones: estudio de «antes-después»

3 citations , May 2020 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

In this study, platelet-rich plasma injections improved hair density by 19.17% in men with androgenetic alopecia over six months, although results varied by alopecia pattern.

research Dermatology Life Quality Index in Thai Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients attending Dermatology Outpatient Clinic

July 2021 in “JOURNAL OF THE MEDICAL ASSOCTATION OF THAILAND”

In this study, young Thai men with androgenetic alopecia reported poorer quality of life compared to older men, as indicated by higher DLQI scores.

research The effects of minoxidil, 1% pyrithione zinc and a combination of both on hair density: a randomized controlled trial

57 citations , August 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that daily use of 1% pyrithione zinc shampoo modestly improved hair growth over 26 weeks, although these effects were less than those of 5% minoxidil.

research Testosterone enantate

May 2012 in “Reactions Weekly”

A man developed hair loss from testosterone treatment but improved with additional medication.

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community When did your regrowth level out?

in Treatment 58 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair regrowth typically levels out after several months of treatment with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with many users experiencing stabilization rather than significant regrowth. Starting treatment early is crucial, as regrowth is rare beyond Norwood 3 without additional interventions like hair transplants.

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 2 years ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community LLLT seems like it's at least a solid maintenance tool. Can also provide ok regrowth in AA and MPB. - Pubmed

17 upvotes 8 years ago

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is seen as a safe and effective method for maintaining hair and promoting regrowth in androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and male pattern baldness (MPB), with devices like the HairMax LaserComb® and iRestore helmet being popular. Some users and professionals are skeptical about its long-term effectiveness and cost.

community 1 year on fin. No results. I give up.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 43 upvotes 3 years ago

A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.

community Will PP405 render Minox and Fin obsolete?

30 upvotes 1 year ago

PP405 might make minoxidil unnecessary, but finasteride or other 5AR inhibitors may still be needed. PP405 is expected to be expensive and not available until at least 2028, with limited information on its effectiveness.

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