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      community Verteporfin trials in hair transplant patients begin

      in Transplants  44 upvotes 3 years ago
      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 Some good news for the future.

      in Research/Science  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP-405, a potential hair loss treatment, shows promise in stimulating dormant hair follicles and may help with various hair loss types. Current treatments like Minoxidil are still recommended as PP-405 is in early trials and may take years to become available.

      community The pessimism about the Crisp Cas 9 is excessive

      in Chat  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      CRISPR Cas9 could potentially treat baldness by targeting specific genes in hair follicles without affecting other body functions. There is optimism about its future use, despite ethical concerns and the current reliance on treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Do exosomes actually work to regrow hair?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      Microneedling with exosomes is being considered for hair regrowth, but concerns exist about their effectiveness and safety, especially since exosomes degrade quickly and lack FDA approval. The user is seeking alternatives for non-responders to minoxidil and dutasteride, as exosomes may not provide additional benefits.

      community Verteporfin being used anywhere?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for hair regeneration, with unofficial trials and updates shared online. Efforts are being made to encourage more surgeons to trial verteporfin for donor hair regeneration.

      community Anyone have PRP/Exosome results to share?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      Considering alternative treatments to hair loss, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and exosome therapy, instead of using medications like minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride.

      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 Topical Finasteride update by H&W

      in Finasteride  28 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about its safety around family members, especially pregnant women and infants. One user plans to try topical finasteride due to side effects from the pill.

      community A Short Recap on PP405 and AAD 2026

      in Update 2 months ago
      PP405 is a promising experimental topical treatment for alopecia that reactivates dormant hair follicles by targeting cellular energy, with large-scale trials planned for 2026. While it shows potential, it cannot regenerate permanently destroyed follicles, making hair transplants the only guaranteed solution for advanced baldness currently.

      community The use of peptides to enhance hair growth from wounding

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses using peptides BPC-157 and TB-500, combined with microneedling, to potentially enhance hair regrowth. The user plans to try BPC-157 due to its lower cost and reports of hair growth, despite limited human trials and concerns about side effects from other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Heads up for guys with pregnant wives.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride are not considered safe during pregnancy, with some users suggesting caution and others sharing personal experiences of no issues. The general consensus is to avoid these medications during pregnancy to prevent any potential risks.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 3 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community PP405 bandwagon, time to resume the hype train.

      in Treatment  165 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, potentially outperforming existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, with significant results in just four weeks. The treatment is still in early stages, with further trials needed to determine its long-term effectiveness and optimal dosage.

      community A positive thought rolling into Christmas

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is optimistic about future hair loss treatments, highlighting Veradermics, Breezula, and PP405 as promising options expected by 2027-2028. The user expresses hope that these developments will prevent future generations from experiencing the same struggles with hair loss.

      community Hair Transplant + Scalp Treatments

      in Microneedling  91 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses the benefits of combining scalp stem cell treatments and exohealer with RF microneedling before a hair transplant. The original poster recommends these treatments for better results.

      community Anyone heard of Exosome stem cell treatment?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exosome stem cell treatment for hair loss, which is expensive and reportedly effective, but its popularity has declined. The conversation also mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments.

      community Getting PP405. Now…. or as soon as possible

      in Research/Science  145 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing obtaining and testing PP405 for hair loss treatment, with concerns about its purity and effectiveness. Some are considering delaying hair transplants, while others suggest using existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

      in Research/Science  739 upvotes 3 years ago
      A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.