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      community Debunking Androgenetic Theory (Hair Transplants)

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses a theory that hair regrowth after transplant is due to the angiogenesis process (new blood vessels forming), not because the transplanted hair is unaffected by DHT. The responses highlight the established belief in 'donor dominance' (the importance of the hair's origin in transplantation) and skepticism about the new theory.

      community Microneedling sometimes feels like

      in Satire  19 upvotes 7 months ago
      Microneedling for hair loss is discussed, with users mentioning using 0.6mm needles twice a week. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are implied but not directly mentioned.

      community 13 WEEKS MICRONEEDLING MONOTHERAPY

      in Microneedling  187 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.

      community Have I progressed or is it just my imagination?

      in Is this regrowth?  278 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone noticing hair regrowth after using a scalp massager and considering a hair transplant. People suggest using finasteride or dutasteride, but there's debate on their effectiveness and side effects. Some see progress, while others are skeptical without consistent photo evidence.

      community Telogen came back

      in General  91 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 21-year-old male experiencing hair loss again despite using topical minoxidil (5%) for a year, possibly due to stress-related telogen effluvium. He is advised to continue using minoxidil and consider stress-reduction strategies while consulting a doctor for further evaluation.

      community Is this regrowth? My doctor took these photos and said I looked better.

      in Satire  142 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses an extensive and exaggerated hair loss treatment regimen, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyrilutamide, RU58841, and various other therapies. Despite the numerous treatments, the effectiveness is questioned, and the user humorously considers adding more minoxidil.

      community Regrowth or miniaturisation???

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects stress-related alopecia and is hesitant to use Minoxidil due to potential side effects. Another user suggests it might be androgenic alopecia and recommends starting finasteride.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

      in Research/Science  208 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.

      community HT booked, taking finasteride and losing ground?

      in I'm Starting Treatment  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      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 Injecting stomach fat into the scalp could cure baldness in just six months

      in Update  114 upvotes 7 years ago
      A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.

      community Just a friendly reminder for all! PSA

      in Chat  146 upvotes 1 year ago
      Avoid burning or scarring the scalp for hair growth; instead, use treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or consider a hair transplant. Microneedling should be done carefully, and extreme methods can cause harm.

      community Does Scalp tension = rise of DHT?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      Scalp tension may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT levels, with potential solutions like scalp massages and Botox. Concerns about finasteride's side effects were discussed, and some users shared personal experiences with alternative treatments like scalp massaging and Botox.

      community PTD-DBM Update: Q&A With Dr. Kang-Yell Choi

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 6 years ago
      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.

      community What norwood is it? Don't sugarcoat it.

      in Satire  204 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride might help with hair regrowth, but a hair transplant may be necessary for significant improvement. The conversation humorously discusses the severity of hair loss, comparing it to various exaggerated Norwood scale levels.

      community Replacing Microneedling with Lice?

      in Chat  70 upvotes 9 months ago
      Using lice as an alternative to microneedling for hair loss treatment, with concerns about effectiveness and practicality. Some users humorously suggest genetically altering lice to produce beneficial compounds.

      community Verteporfin to deminiaturize follicles

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      User discusses verteporfin for hair regrowth through "super microneedling" and preventing scarring. They mention a case of an old man regrowing hair after a head injury and suggest verteporfin could recreate this result.

      community Microneedling thread? Share your results

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      Microneedling is discussed as a method to improve hair growth, with users sharing their experiences and results using different needle depths and frequencies. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto supplements.

      community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

      community Is this regrowth? 24M diffuse thinning

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old experiencing diffuse thinning is using finasteride and minoxidil, noticing some hair thickening and new hair growth. Users suggest continuing the routine, as new hairs may become stronger in a few months.

      community I'm regrowing my hair while being on the harshest steroids

       11 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hair regrowth.

      community How to increase graft survivability after HT?

      in Transplants  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on increasing graft survivability after a hair transplant, mentioning PRP, Mesotherapy, Stem Cell injections, and considering L-Arginine before starting Minoxidil. They are looking for ways to support blood flow before applying Minoxidil.