After 10 months, the user's hairline and midscalp look thick following a 6100 graft FUE hairtransplant in Turkey. They plan to address the crown in a few months.
A user's experiences with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and hairtransplants, in relation to another person who has been publicly vocal about their own hair loss struggles. People have shared opinions on this other person's treatment choices and the results of their hairtransplant.
Six months after a 4000 graft hairtransplant, the individual has seen little to no results. They are currently using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and biotin but not microneedling. The advice given is to wait another 2-6 months as full results can take up to a year, and to consider the possibility of shock loss.
A successful hairtransplant with 3100 grafts combined with topical finasteride, minoxidil, Viviscal, biotin, sulfate free shampoo and Nizoral. People in the conversation talk about how the results look perfect and discuss the number of grafts and cost involved.
A user's experience with a hairtransplant procedure and the resulting appearance of their hairline, which included some micro irregularities to make it look natural. Other users asked questions related to cost and safety of similar procedures at different clinics.
A 14-month update on a FUE hairtransplant, and the effects of male pattern baldness. People discussed products such as Minoxidil, finasteride, Kerastase Chronologiste shampoo and care oil, and RU58841 to help treat hair loss.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving a hairtransplant of approximately 2500 grafts to the frontal area, daily use of finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and daily caffeine shampoo since the hairtransplant procedure. One person is skeptical about the improvement in the crown area with just finasteride and minoxidil.
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride and is considering a hairtransplant 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.
User discusses using Verteporfin for hair regrowth after hairtransplant. Replies mention successful follicle regrowth in studies and mice, questioning if it can be replicated in humans.
A 24-year-old had an FUE hairtransplant in Liverpool at age 23, after starting finasteride at 20 to halt hair loss. The transplant involved 3000 grafts, and the user is satisfied with the results, noting increased confidence and no further hairline recession.
A 36-year-old male had a 3000-graft FUE hairtransplant in Turkey, with 2000 grafts to the front and 1000 to the crown. Post-operation, he experienced nausea, dizziness, itching, and pain, but saw hair growth and plans to take pictures once redness subsides.
A user shares their experience with an FUE hairtransplant performed by Dr. Mario Marzola, detailing the procedure, costs, and post-operation care. They report feeling slightly nauseous but satisfied with the results and plan to provide daily updates.
Stem-cell hairtransplants could potentially create thousands of grafts from a single donor graft, offering a solution for hair loss with DHT-resistant hair. Companies like Stemson Therapeutics and OrganTech are working on this technology, which may become available in the future, possibly reducing the cost and making it widely accessible.
The user had four DHI hairtransplants from 2021 to 2025 and is concerned about the lack of hair thickening despite using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. They are seeking advice on why these efforts aren't working.
A 35-year-old man had a 6400 graft hairtransplant in Turkey after years of baldness, using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and scalp micropigmentation. He is satisfied with the progress and plans further SMP touch-ups to enhance results.
A user shared positive 6-month results from a hairtransplant in Istanbul, receiving 4,450 grafts for the front and mid scalp and 850 for the crown. The procedure cost approximately €2,990.
Theo Von discussed undergoing a hairtransplant and is reportedly using finasteride. Joe Rogan also had hairtransplants but faced challenges due to thin donor areas and not using finasteride.
Microneedling may risk scarring, potentially complicating future hairtransplants. Alternatives like tretinoin with minoxidil are suggested for better hair growth.
The user is seeking advice on hairtransplant techniques and surgeons to reshape a natural widow's peak into a more rounded hairline, preferring long hairtransplants with minimal scarring and maximum density. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil, which have not been effective, and are considering various surgeons primarily in English-speaking countries and the EU, excluding Turkey.
The user shared their 5-year hair journey, including a recent hairtransplant of 2600 grafts, and their routine of using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketrel. They are hopeful for high-density results and recommend starting treatment early.
A 26-year-old is experiencing hair loss at the crown and is using 1mg dutasteride daily with topical 7% minoxidil and 0.25 dutasteride. Another user, also 26, shares a similar experience and has started using a serum but not finasteride yet.
A user shared progress pictures of a hairtransplant from Padra Clinic in Toronto, claiming 8000 hairs were transplanted for $4000 CAD. The post faced skepticism, with users questioning the results and clinic's credibility, while the user mentioned using zinc, biotin, and hair laser therapy for aftercare.
The conversation suggests waiting a few years before considering a hairtransplant, as the current treatments (finasteride, oral minoxidil, PRP, and microneedling) may still yield results. Many recommend continuing with the current regimen and possibly adding dutasteride if necessary, while others advise against rushing into a transplant at 18.
A user humorously asks if transplantedhair would grow in prison without finasteride after a hypothetical bank robbery. Replies include jokes and advice, with some mentioning the importance of managing hair loss and the potential consequences of prison time.
A user is seeking non-transplanthair treatments in Seoul, such as scalp detox, PRP, and exosomes, before considering a future transplant with Dr. Zarev. They want to explore options that improve hair health without undergoing a transplant immediately.
The conversation discusses the use of hair systems as a solution for hair loss. Users share their experiences, highlighting the natural look, confidence boost, and maintenance requirements of hair systems, while also addressing concerns about cost, stigma, and potential drawbacks.
PP405 is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with uncertainty about its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. There is cautious optimism, but its impact on hairtransplants remains unclear.
A 22-year-old is planning a hairtransplant for the end of 2027 and is currently using finasteride, switching to dutasteride soon, and taking oral minoxidil to stabilize hair loss. They are seeking advice on candidacy and the number of grafts needed.