A 27-year-old male experiencing hair loss post-Covid is considering PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy. He's seeking personal experiences about the process, particularly regarding pain levels, despite his dermatologist's assurance of using local anesthesia.
The post discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, with the original poster seeking experiences of those who didn't see positive effects. A reply suggests that while microneedling doesn't guarantee hair regrowth, it increases the chances if done correctly.
The user is experiencing scalp irritation from using tretinoin and alcohol-based hair loss treatments like stemoxydine. They find that Aquaphor helps with the pain but is difficult to apply in hairy areas.
A user is experiencing significant hair loss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.
The conversation discusses biannual SCUBE3 injections and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
The conversation is about a female experiencing hair loss and seeking advice on why it's difficult to regrow hair. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned.
The conversation discusses managing seborrheic dermatitis (sebderm) and male pattern baldness (MPB) with treatments like finasteride, coal tar shampoo, Nizoral, and oral minoxidil. Users suggest dietary changes, regular shampooing, and using antifungal products to control sebderm before considering minoxidil.
Using Vitamin C serum after dermarolling may help with healing and hair health. The safety of additional ingredients like Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, and Sodium Metabisulfite in hair regrowth is questioned.
The conversation is about buying an authentic Dr. Pen for microneedling in Belgium and where to purchase related supplies like 70% isopropyl alcohol, denture tablets, antiseptic cleanser, and hyaluronic acid. The user is unsure about the official site and seeks recommendations.
User "al_ick" shares progress with topical fin, min, tret, and micro needling for hair loss, showing good results. They use hims fin and min combination spray, applying 5-7 sprays for better coverage.
Microneedling is discussed as a favorable hair loss treatment, with no consensus on whether to glide or remove the device between areas. Scalp irritation varies by individual, and some users report no need for gel during the process.
Tretinoin and microneedling both enhance hair growth through different mechanisms, with microneedling being considered safe for long-term use. Optimal microneedling needle length varies, but 0.8 mm is suggested for hair growth, and a Dermastamp is recommended to avoid skin damage.
The conversation is about a user trying a new hair loss treatment, Ruxolitinib, alongside their existing regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They plan to apply Ruxolitinib to their temples daily for 1-2 months.
A user describes using a Dermastamp for microneedling their scalp, noting a crunching sound when pressing it firmly. Another user suggests the crunching might be from breaking up scalp calcification.
The conversation discusses post-hair transplant care, specifically about removing scabs gently after a week, using Vitamin E oil. The user wonders if using harsher methods like steel wool would affect results, but others reassure that if there was no pain or bleeding, it's likely fine.
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.
The user experienced hair thinning from chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements, which stopped after discontinuing them. Someone mentioned this could be telogen effluvium, a temporary condition.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Setipiprant, finasteride, and bimatoprost. Setipiprant is suggested for maintenance, while bimatoprost is for regrowth, and combining them with dermarolling is recommended for better results.
Hair loss treatments discussed include promising Pyr available online and Verteporfin dosing after FUE for follicle regeneration, but no updates on SCUBE3.
PRP treatments have been effective for the user, with a new recommendation of using a high-quality plasma kit once a year. The user seeks experiences with this specific PRP approach.
A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.
Hair loss without a white bulb may indicate mechanical damage, anagen effluvium, alopecia areata, or traction alopecia. Seeking a specialist is recommended, but access can be difficult in smaller areas.
User doing PRP with exosomes for hair loss, sees possible regrowth after two treatments. Another user suggests providing before and after pictures for better assessment.
A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.
The conversation discusses hair loss concerns, specifically traction alopecia and hair loss from acne. It mentions that sleeping on one side is unlikely to cause traction alopecia.
The user has been microneedling at 0.25mm once a week for 4 weeks and noticed further hairline recession. They are concerned about the impact of vitamin deficiencies, like biotin, on hair growth.