Treatments used to prevent and treat male pattern baldness, the difficulty in finding a permanent cure for hair loss, and the potential financial motivations of companies not wanting to find a cure.
Hair regrowth treatments for cis-males include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Estrogen and testosterone blockers can help restore hair loss but may not suit everyone.
The struggles of hair loss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.
A new stem cell method for culturing hair follicles is being developed as an alternative to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. There are concerns about its cost and accessibility despite plans for commercialization.
The user switched from oral to topical finasteride with minoxidil after a hair transplant and is experiencing increased hair growth in unexpected areas like eyebrows and sideburns. They are seeking feedback from others with similar experiences.
Hair restoration after FUE surgery, with discussions on using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair maintenance and growth. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting varying side effects and effectiveness.
Dr. Bloxham's 9-month update on FUT scar revision with Verteporfin shows promising results. Excitement is high for FUE, which appears highly effective based on Dr. Barghouthi's findings.
Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.
A user shared their positive experience 12 months after a hair transplant with 4052 grafts and 10130 hairs, using finasteride, red light therapy, B12, biotin, and rosemary oil. They are satisfied with the results and recommend these treatments.
The user had a hair transplant with 2000 grafts in the frontal and mid-scalp areas and has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 3 months. The crown area is expected to improve with continued treatment, and results are generally positive so far.
Follica's preferred microneedling protocol for hair growth, which includes needle depth, frequency and movement parameters as well as the use of topical treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.
Botox injections may be more effective than finasteride for hair growth by reducing scalp tension. The discussion also suggests choosing FUE over FUT due to potential loss of scalp elasticity with FUT.
A user named "Redbone2222" shares their positive experience with a hair transplant procedure of 2500-3000 grafts, along with the use of 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil. They express satisfaction with the results and believe that finasteride has been more effective for them than minoxidil.
The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.
TGF-B affects hair growth, both causing stem cell division and death depending on amounts. Amplifica's treatment injects Scube3 to increase TGF-B for hair growth.
IGFBP‐rP1 shows potential for treating androgenic alopecia by influencing hair cycle transitions. Increasing IGF-1 levels may have similar effects to Minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors in reducing hair loss.
A 25-year-old who has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 4 years to treat hair loss, underwent a successful FUE hair transplant in Mumbai, India, in April 2023. The user reported positive results, including increased hair density and reduced frizziness, and plans to continue treatment for further growth.
The conversation is about a female seeking advice on using bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss (FPHL) and considering switching from pumpkin seed oil pills to a stronger treatment. She is looking for dosage information to discuss with her dermatologist.
User celebrates 2-year anniversary of 2500 FUE hair transplant procedure and worries about future hair loss. Others compliment the results and suggest using Dut and Min to maintain hair.
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.
A user shared their positive experience with finasteride and a 1000 FUE hair transplant for the frontal region, noting significant improvement in the crown area with medication alone. They emphasized patience with finasteride, as results vary from person to person.
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments, including Setipiprant, Bimatoprost, and Follicept. The user encourages signing up for Follicept, which may come to market soon.
A dermatologist recommended PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and GFC (Growth Factor Concentrate) for pattern baldness, but online sources suggest they may not be effective. The user is seeking opinions on these treatments.
The user shared progress pictures showing significant improvement in hair loss after using finasteride, RU58841, and undergoing a 3000 graft hair transplant. They plan to get another transplant due to remaining thin areas.
A 34-year-old from Patna shared a 5-month update on his hair transplant, which involved 4,200 grafts using the FUE technique to cover the front and mid-scalp. He experienced initial shock loss but now sees natural-looking growth and improved density.
A user shares their positive experience using the Rootique Dou applicator with 0.005% finasteride, noting it effectively delivers the product without greasiness and helps with hair regrowth without side effects. Another user reports regrowth using low-dose finasteride from ULO, while avoiding tretinoin due to skin irritation.
Using a combination of micro-needling and exosome injections as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, which could result in 50% or more regrowth.
User shares one-year hair transplant results with 3633 FUE grafts. Responses discuss improved appearance, hairline looking pluggy, and doctor's location in Ottawa, Canada.
A case study that suggests verteporfin may be able to help regrow donor hairs after FUE extraction, and the potential implications of this result. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant of approximately 2500 grafts to the frontal area, daily use of finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and daily caffeine shampoo since the hair transplant procedure. One person is skeptical about the improvement in the crown area with just finasteride and minoxidil.