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90-120 / 1000+ resultscommunity NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?
A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.
community Cancelled hair transplant update 9 months.
community New Preprint: Retinoic Acid Supports Verteporfin-Induced Regeneration
community 1600 grafts (~5500 hairs) | 10 month results
The user received 1600 hair grafts but is dissatisfied and plans a second transplant for better coverage. They use minoxidil and finasteride and are considering adding dutasteride.
community HT booked, taking finasteride and losing ground?
The user is concerned about hair loss despite taking finasteride and has a hair transplant scheduled. They experience scalp itching and burning, which hasn't been relieved by various treatments, and another user suggests using ghk-cu & ahk-cu serum and Koshine kx-826/pyrilutamide for relief.
community Verteporfin trials in hair transplant patients begin
A clinical trial for Verteporfin as a hair loss treatment, and the potential for greater progress in treatments for hair loss in the future. Common treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 were discussed.
community Solid progress building up to a transplant
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, various serums, and micro-needling, leading to increased confidence and consideration of a hair transplant. Despite initial baldness due to past health issues, the user is pleased with the progress and continues to use treatments like Pilgrim, Md Hair, Bodywise Roller, and Bouf serums.
community Prolactin's role in antitumor activity of the immune system - a safety concern for HMI-115?
Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Prolactin's role in immune system's antitumor activity raises safety concerns for HMI-115.
community Got a 3,5K graft hair transplant at 22.
A 22-year-old had a 3,500 graft hair transplant to restore his original hairline and improve density, while using dutasteride and oral minoxidil to manage hair loss. He believes being proactive with medication prevented further loss and allowed for a successful transplant.
community Who is the ideal target for PP405? Will it render hair trasplants obsolete?
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 hair transplants remains unclear.
community How’s my donor? 20 months on oral fin/min
community How is everyone narrowing down the best hair transplant centers 2026 without getting overwhelmed?
community What are the potential side effects of verteporfin if I get a HT and a clinic agrees to try it out on me?
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 Don’t like the density at all, 2nd hair transplant
The user is unhappy with the results of their second hair transplant, feeling that grafts were wasted on an already transplanted hairline instead of increasing mid-scalp density. They regret stopping medications like Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841, which led to significant hair loss, and plan to restart them.
community Hair Loss Treatments and Hair Transplant
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using oral finasteride, considering adding RU58841 and microneedling, and planning a hair transplant. They are seeking advice on whether to wait for treatment results or proceed with the transplant.
community Estenove Transplant Review From NYC Guy Mid 20s
The user had a hair transplant with Estenove, rating the overall experience 6/10 due to logistical issues, unmet expectations, and dissatisfaction with the results. They advise against pricier packages and express regret over the asymmetrical hairline, despite good customer service and post-op care.
community 16 months of treatment and a frontal transplant changed my life!!
A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, which significantly improved their hair density without side effects. The transplant cost $7500 and involved filling an old scar, with the user expressing gratitude for the life-changing results.
community HELP! Hair transplant for me (with pics) ?
User tried various hair loss treatments with side effects. Seeks advice on hair transplant without maintenance drug.
community Stemoxydine used for shortening the ugly duckling phase after HT?
The conversation is about whether stemoxydine can shorten the dormant phase after a hair transplant, known as the ugly duckling phase. There is skepticism about whether it actually works as claimed.
community Should i do a hair transplant in my current state? Ive heard that HTs on diffuse thinners could kill existing follicles and be a net negative overall…Please help!
Considering a hair transplant for diffuse thinning may harm existing follicles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community 3750 Graft Hair Transplant Day 2
A user underwent a 3750 graft hair transplant in Turkey, initially promised 4500 grafts, and is satisfied with the results despite some concerns about donor site size and crown coverage. The user has been on medications like finasteride and minoxidil for about four months and may consider a second transplant in the future.
community My unbelievable Hair transplant surgery update norwood 7
A 55-year-old man shared his successful hair transplant results, using 9,100 grafts from his scalp and beard, and is also using minoxidil, finasteride, and multivitamins. The discussion includes opinions on the necessity of DHT blockers and the effectiveness of the transplant, with some users questioning the need for such procedures at an older age.
community 1 year after fin/RU and 3000 grafts.
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.
community Never used Fin; What if I do a HT and take Fin and then "wake up" the natural follicles?
A 31-year-old man with a long history of hair care is considering a hair transplant and is worried about using Finasteride and Minoxidil due to potential side effects. He seeks advice on whether to start Finasteride before or after a transplant and how to test for sensitivity to these treatments.
community Failed HT or expected result? 4505 grafts, Eugenix, New Delhi.
The hair transplant at Eugenix in New Delhi resulted in poor density and texture, with only about 2,500 grafts surviving out of 4,500. The user is considering holding the clinic accountable and exploring options like shaving, using hair fibers, or seeking another transplant.
community Hair transplant result, hair+confidence back 👍
A user who got a hair transplant and gave their experience with it, including how the donor area recovered quickly and the potential risks of getting a hair transplant at a young age. Other users discussed bleaching and dyeing transplanted hair, as well as asking about the clinic where the procedure was done.
community How long should you take fin/dut for, before getting a transplant?
The user started taking dutasteride a month ago and is seeking advice on whether to wait for a year before getting a hair transplant, as it could potentially strengthen the donor-zone and require fewer grafts, or to get a transplant immediately, extracting only the "strong hairs" not affected by dutasteride. The user is unsure which approach is correct.
community PROMISING Verteporfin day 84 UPDATE - donor hair regeneration human trial
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 any minox non-responders turn to good responders after adding microneedling or tretinoin?
The conversation is about someone who initially had positive results with Minoxidil for hair loss, lost those gains due to a hospital stay, and is now not seeing the same results upon resuming treatment. They plan to add microneedling and/or tretinoin to their regimen and are seeking success stories from others who did not respond to Minoxidil alone.