Dermal incision with verteporfin Research/Science 11/21/2025
Dermal incision with verteporfin is being explored as a potential hair loss treatment by dermatologist Melissa Toyos, with promising before-and-after photos shared on social media. The conversation discusses its potential effectiveness compared to other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
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5 / 189 resultscommunity Hyper responder turned rapid diffuser despite maximal therapy — looking for specialist recommendations
Despite using treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, and GHK-Cu injections, the individual continues to experience aggressive hair thinning and is seeking a specialist for further help. Suggestions include trying finasteride, dermarolling, or another hair transplant.
community What do you think about this? he says one of the causes of pattern hair loss is scars and it can be fixed
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on insulin resistance, microneedling with topical melatonin, and stress reduction. Users express skepticism about the advice, preferring proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while some mention alternative methods like dermal incisions and verteporfin for reducing fibrosis.
community Result after 12 months oral finasteride & 8 months oral minoxidil. No side effects.
A 45-year-old male has been using oral finasteride for 12 months and oral minoxidil for 8 months to address hair loss, with plans for a hair transplant next year. He reports no side effects and some improvement, but acknowledges a transplant is needed for full restoration.
community My current progress on my hair stack + verteporfin procedures
The user shared progress on hair regrowth using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and verteporfin procedures. They reported some regrowth after 6-9 months of treatment.
community (Serious) Updates and discussion, new treatments in development
Finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling are currently the best treatments for hair loss. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, PP405, HMI 115, Tsuji, Scube 3, RU, JW0061, Topilutamide, and verteporfin show promise but have uncertain timelines.
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