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GlossaryHoVert Technique

method combining horizontal and vertical hair graft placement

The HoVert Technique is a method used in hair transplantation that combines aspects of both horizontal and vertical graft placement. This technique aims to create a more natural-looking hairline and improved density by strategically placing hair follicles at different angles and depths. It is particularly useful for achieving a more seamless integration with the patient's existing hair.

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community 5 Year Hair Transformation Progress

in Progress Pictures 379 upvotes 7 months ago

The user underwent two hair transplants, started taking finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, and began micro-needling to improve hair density and manage hair loss. They also focused on curly hair care techniques, resulting in noticeable improvements in the hairline and overall appearance.

community Can’t tolerate oral fin at any dosage, help me brainstorm a treatment plan.

in Treatment 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The user cannot tolerate oral finasteride and is considering topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and RU58841 as alternative treatments for hair loss. They seek advice on whether these options are worth trying.

community Finasteride In my 30s for 8 years. Off it till 50 years old. Now on testosterone.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 129 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their experience of using finasteride for hair loss from ages 29 to 37, stopping due to side effects like low libido, and later starting testosterone therapy, which improved their well-being. The discussion includes various opinions on the effects of finasteride and testosterone on hair loss, libido, and overall health, with some users questioning the correlation between finasteride and low testosterone.

community Progress: 3 months min 4 times a week/dermaroll twice a week/antigray shampoo

in Is this regrowth? 126 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses hair regrowth progress after 3 months of using Minoxidil four times a week, dermarolling twice a week, and using an anti-gray shampoo. The conversation includes speculation about the effectiveness of the shampoo, with some users noting visible darkening and growth of hair.

community 1 year Post HT 2200 Grafts + fin 8 Months Then switched to dut

in Progress Pictures 515 upvotes 3 years ago

A user who experienced positive results from using finasteride and dutasteride to treat their hair loss, with 2000 grafts being transplanted in the temples area for further improvement. They also discussed cost and other treatments such as minoxidil.

community 22 year old male, doctor prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone instead of finasteride.

6 upvotes 10 years ago

A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hair thinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.

community Average r/bald user complaining

in Satire 398 upvotes 6 months ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, focusing on their effectiveness and side effects. It also highlights the disparity in medical research funding between hair loss and conditions like endometriosis.

community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost

in Chat 51 upvotes 3 years ago

A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.

community OFFICIAL Multi-Center Verteporfin Trial Recruitment

in Research/Science 251 upvotes 1 year ago

Recruitment for a verteporfin trial and a separate hair cloning trial using verteporfin and other methods is underway, with locations in Jordan, NYC, Beverly Hills, and Memphis. Dr. Bloxham is conducting the hair cloning trial, and interested participants are encouraged to contact him directly.

community How You Can Help Speed Up the Verteporfin Trials

in Research/Science 185 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hair loss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.

community Dr. Bloxham's Verteporfin Trial

in Research/Science 30 upvotes 2 years ago

Dr. Bloxham's trial is testing verteporfin on hair transplant patients to see if it can improve hair regrowth in treated areas. People are discussing the potential for follicle regeneration, expected results timeline, and concerns about side effects like cancer.

community Potential Cure?! Verteporfin- unlimited HT

in Research/Science 42 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses verteporfin as a potential treatment for hair regeneration, which could lead to unlimited hair transplants by healing the donor area. Some users are considering using verteporfin now, while others are hopeful it will be available for future hair transplants.

community Scientists in Japan develop a new technique to reverse balding by transplanting a special kind of hair follicle cell into a patient's scalp

in Treatment 184 upvotes 6 years ago

A new technique developed by scientists in Japan to reverse balding using hair follicle cell transplants, and the discussion around the effectiveness of this approach compared to other treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Replicel, and Hairclone.

community where and how to do Verteporfin after HT

in Transplants 4 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about a user planning to undergo a hair transplant and seeking information on clinics that perform Verteporfin treatment. A user suggests Dr. Barghouthi might offer this service.

community J.Hewitt to trial Hair Multiplication in Japan by end of 2019!

68 upvotes 6 years ago

J. Hewitt plans to trial hair multiplication in Japan by the end of 2019. The technique was developed by German researchers at the University of Berlin and formed the company "TissUse."

community HAIR REGENERATION HUMAN TRIALS with Verteporfin

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 3 years ago

A new human trial using an FDA-approved treatment for wound healing called Verteporfin, which may potentially be able to reverse scarring and regrow hair in that area. The trial is only lasting one month so far.

community Can HMI-115 reverse miniaturization?

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 3 years ago

HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss that can reverse miniaturization and make individual hairs thicker, as evidenced by data from macaques given the treatment and one subject in the phase I trial.

community new update (with pics) on dr. barghouthi verteporfin trial

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 3 years ago

A trial of verteporfin for hair regeneration, with pictures comparing the original and current status, as well as links to other resources discussing the efficacy of this treatment in combination with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 4 years ago

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is discussed as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia due to its ability to reverse hypoxia and promote angiogenesis. The conversation explores its potential benefits for hair loss, though no studies have been conducted on this application yet.

community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

in Research/Science 146 upvotes 3 years ago

A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.

community Verteporfin update - donor hair regeneration human trial

in Research/Science 23 upvotes 3 years ago

A human trial of verteporfin, a potential treatment for hair loss, with some users noting potential improvements in scarring and overall healing compared to control areas.

community Verteporfin day 84 update - donor hair regeneration human trials

in Research/Science 32 upvotes 3 years ago

A human trial involving verteporfin for hair regeneration, with the results showing some regrowth of 1-2 hairs in an area where a follicular unit was extracted. The conversation also suggested that future studies should involve higher doses and more frequent injections.

community Verteporfin update - Dr Barghouthi finishes another case

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 2 years ago

A hair restoration case involved injecting four different doses of Verteporfin into the mid scalp and using Scalp MicroPigmentation (SMP) around the extraction areas. Photos were taken and an update will be shared soon.

community PROMISING Verteporfin day 84 UPDATE - donor hair regeneration human trial

in Transplants 4 upvotes 3 years ago

Verteporfin shows promise in donor hair regeneration after 84 days. Combining Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Pyrilutamide with unlimited hair transplants is seen as a potential near-cure for hair loss.

community Dr. Bloxham Final verteporfin update

in Research/Science 59 upvotes 1 year ago

Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.

community Anyone is going to test if verteporfin work in the upper area or demaroller + verteporfin?

in Technology 17 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the interest in testing verteporfin, potentially with a dermaroller, for hair loss treatment. There is frustration over the lack of group buys for promising treatments compared to past efforts with less evidence.

community What are the potential side effects of verteporfin if I get a HT and a clinic agrees to try it out on me?

in Transplants 5 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about the potential side effects of using verteporfin in conjunction with a hair transplant. Specific treatments discussed include verteporfin, a hair transplant (HT), minoxidil (Min), finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 (RU).

community Has anyone asked a hair transplant surgeon to consider using verteporfin during their surgery?

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 3 years ago

Exploring the potential of using verteporfin during hair transplants to minimize scarring and regenerate follicles, as well as discussing a possible standardized protocol for this treatment.

community How is verteporfin doing in trials?

in Chat 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the progress of verteporfin in hair loss trials, with users expressing curiosity about its effectiveness and updates. Specific treatments mentioned include FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) combined with verteporfin, with one reported case of donor area regrowth after a year, and three patients being monitored post-treatment by Dr. Bloxham with monthly updates on YouTube.

community Verteporfin Phase 1 Human Clinical Trial In The Works - Research

in Research/Science 94 upvotes 1 year ago

Verteporfin is being discussed for its potential to regrow hair and heal scars, possibly aiding hair transplants or replacing them. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness, while others suggest combining it with microneedling for better results.