A user shared progress pictures showing improvement from NW 6 to NW 2 after four months of treatment. They are considering using exosomes to further reverse hair miniaturization.
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride and is considering a hair transplant in Australia, specifically mentioning interest in the Knudsen clinic. Concerns were raised about post-surgery hair recession and the potential need for ongoing finasteride use to maintain results.
Seborrheic dermatitis improved after a hair transplant. Effective treatments include Sebamed Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, Vichy Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, Nizoral, and medications like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
PTD-DBM is being explored for hair regrowth by targeting CXXC5, with clinical trials expected after pre-clinical studies. Users express anticipation and skepticism about its effectiveness.
A user is concerned about hair loss in the temple area despite using Minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months and is curious if PP405 can help. Responses indicate uncertainty about PP405's effectiveness, with some optimism about future treatments and AI speeding up drug discovery, but emphasize waiting for clinical trial results.
A 41-year-old doctor shared his positive experience with a 4,100 graft hair transplant, highlighting the importance of a skilled doctor for a natural hairline. He mentioned a confidence boost and the occasional use of finasteride post-transplant.
The conversation is about someone's progress with hair loss treatment using Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil with Tretinoin, showing improvement in just 4 months and expecting full hair recovery by the end of the year.
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3200 grafts and plans to update others on their progress. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride to stabilize hair loss but opted for a transplant for better results.
User decided to get hair transplant and is happy with results. Others compliment the change and suggest hair loss concealers or SMP for further improvement.
A 28-year-old man shared his experience with a 2990 graft FUE hair transplant at HDC Clinic in Cyprus, praising the professionalism and care received. He has been using topical Minoxidil, Biotin, Dermarolling, and recently started Finasteride and oral Minoxidil.
Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405 aims to treat hair loss by reactivating dormant hair follicle stem cells, showing promising results in early trials. The company plans to present their findings at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting in 2026.
A 28-year-old man had a hair transplant in India, choosing not to start finasteride due to past side effects with other medications but will use minoxidil for six months post-surgery. He researched and selected a clinic in Mumbai with a high reputation, underwent a 9-hour procedure for $965, and is optimistic about the results.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for four months, along with microneedling and Nizoral, noticing thicker lashes and eyebrows but not much scalp hair growth. They apply the treatment twice daily with a 5% minoxidil and 0.3% finasteride solution.
A 7-month update from Markoj44 regarding their hair transplant results, which includes the use of topical finasteride and minoxidil in combination with Viviscal, biotin, Nizoral shampoo, and donor area photos. People responded positively to the post.
A user is experiencing temple hair recession and is seeking alternatives to finasteride. They are considering castor oil, coconut oil, and derma rolling, and have seen some improvement with Zenegen.
The user treated their hair loss with daily finasteride, nightly minoxidil, weekly derma rolling, biotin, and ketoconazole shampoo. They believe consistency is key and that micro needling and minoxidil were the most effective.
The user is considering a hair transplant for crown hair loss but is anxious about recovery and results. They are debating whether to try oral minoxidil for 6-12 months before surgery and whether to address their hairline during the transplant.
Oral minoxidil has greatly improved eyelash growth, prompting compliments and questions about mascara use. The user has been taking 2.5mg of oral minoxidil for three months and is also using finasteride.
User Crazy-Signature930 shares progress on oral minoxidil for eyelashes and eyebrows. Others comment on the impressive results and ask about side effects and duration of use.
A user shared progress pictures one year after a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts on the crown area. They use topical minoxidil and finasteride daily, along with biotin supplements.
A user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment progress, which included 3200 FUE grafts, oral finasteride and minoxidil, keto shampoo, and biotin. The user also mentioned micro needling their temples for further growth and plans to observe the effects of finasteride and minoxidil over the next 6-12 months.
A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.
A user shared an 8.5-month update on their hair transplant of 1064 grafts done by Dr. Kaan Pekiner in Ankara, Turkey, costing $3500. They are also using finasteride 2.25 mg weekly and have reduced shampoo use.
A user shared their positive experience with a 3200 graft hair transplant surgery, costing 1.20 lakh INR, performed by a doctor with a background at Eugenix. Post-surgery, they were instructed to use minoxidil 5% topically, take finasteride tablets, and undergo PRP treatments.
The user shared their 10-year hair loss journey, discussing treatments like oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and LLLT, and ultimately deciding on a hair transplant. They also explored the possibility of having alopecia areata incognita and advised seeking multiple opinions before surgery.
A person dealing with hair loss is considering shaving their head, using scalp micropigmentation to cover a FUT scar, or trying a hair system. They are also contemplating treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.
A user shared their positive experience 5 months after a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of thorough research and using finasteride and minoxidil to control hair loss. They had 3700 grafts transplanted to the front/mid-scalp and used medications to fill in the crown.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant in Turkey, where they received 3500 grafts. They started using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and ajuga reptans supplements after one month, and posted progress pictures at 1, 2, and 6 months post-transplant.