18M experiencing hair loss, using finasteride and considering hair transplant. Replies suggest waiting, giving finasteride a year, and consulting a specialist.
A user shared their 12-month hair transplant results, discussing the use of treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. The conversation includes recommendations and concerns about transplant methods and locations, particularly in Turkey.
A 25-year-old is experiencing hair regrowth after 3 months using minoxidil, tretinoin, oral finasteride, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, scalp massage, vitamin D, and biotin. They are considering whether to continue this treatment or plan a second hair transplant.
Hair transplant success largely depends on individual biology, with many patients needing multiple procedures to achieve satisfactory density. Even top surgeons can't guarantee results, and many people use additional treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
A human trial involving the use of Verteporfin as a treatment for hair loss, which has been ongoing for 119 days with an update on its progress. Treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 have also been discussed.
A user shared their 1.5-year progress after a FUE crown transplant, using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved their hairline and stabilized hair loss. They experienced dizziness from topical minoxidil but had no side effects from finasteride, dutasteride, or oral minoxidil.
The user is experiencing severe hair loss after surgery and stress, with thinning all over the head, including the sides and neck. They are unsure if it's due to DUPA or alopecia areata incognita, and doctors have not observed miniaturization.
The user discusses using dutasteride to stop hair loss and bimatoprost for regrowth. They plan to use VEGF with hydrogels for potentially permanent hair follicle improvement and suggest PRP as an alternative.
A user humorously discusses wanting to transplant all their hair into one dense circle on their scalp, leaving the rest of their head bald. Replies include a joke about performing the procedure and a story about someone using their hair to fight crime.
A 19-year-old is seeking advice on reversing hair loss without a transplant, currently using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. A suggestion was made to switch to dutasteride and use a stronger minoxidil, with the addition of a topical anti-androgen after three months.
A doctor criticized the use of Finasteride for hair loss, suggesting Minoxidil and a hair transplant instead, despite the patient experiencing no side effects from Finasteride. The patient disagreed, arguing that Minoxidil doesn't address the root cause and that Finasteride is necessary to protect donor hair in transplants.
Hair cloning may become available in 1-2 years in Japan, but widespread availability and affordability could take 7-15 years. Current treatments like finasteride are effective but may lose effectiveness over time.
Botox injections may be more effective than finasteride for hair growth by reducing scalp tension. The discussion also suggests choosing FUE over FUT due to potential loss of scalp elasticity with FUT.
After a hair transplant, the user noticed unexpected new hair growth without using medications or vitamins. Many advised starting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to maintain the results and prevent future hair loss.
The conversation is about using a dermastamp for hair loss treatment and concerns about a potentially scam product, pp405. It suggests sticking with known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using dissolvable microneedles loaded with rapamycin and epigallocatechin gallate nanoparticles. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A 24-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey, which included a hair transplant in Turkey, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil. They also started testosterone replacement therapy, which improved their quality of life and hair condition, and they now feel confident and satisfied with the results.
Minoxidil, dutasteride, and copper peptides are used in a tattooing method for hair regrowth, with some users noting better results compared to oral treatments. Copper peptides are considered to have minimal impact, but the method may reduce side effects.
The conversation discusses potential future hair loss treatments, including SCUBE3, hair follicle cloning, and GT20029, with mentions of past disappointments like CosmeRNA and hopes for treatments like Verteporfin for infinite donor hair.
The user shared their hair transplant progress, using saw palmetto, vitamins, biotin, zinc, ginseng, ozonized olive oil, and a dermaroller with serum. They avoid finasteride due to trying for a second child.
PP405 and ABS-201 are promising treatments for male pattern baldness. PP405 shows rapid hair growth in human trials, while ABS-201 shows significant regrowth in animal studies but is still in early human trials.
The user is considering a hair transplant to increase hair density after using finasteride and minoxidil for two years. They prefer a natural hairline and are unsure if a transplant is suitable for overall thinning.
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.
The conversation discusses the potential use of verteporfin for hair loss treatment, with one user mentioning their surgeon's interest in trying it and another noting its research status and clinical use as a YAP inhibitor. Some users debate the market size, availability of generics, and the optimism in the hair loss community regarding new treatments.
Using a dermaroller can enhance hair regrowth, especially when combined with minoxidil, and is recommended at depths of 0.75-1.5mm weekly. Microneedling boosts absorption and blood flow, and red light therapy is also being considered for hair growth.
Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.
A user shared their positive hair transplant results after 19 months without using finasteride or minoxidil, only vitamins. Some responses suggest concern over future hair loss without prevention treatments, while others congratulate or express jealousy.
The user is currently using 0.025% Pantostin but plans to switch to 0.1% Alfatradiol. They will also use high-dose Kx826, high-dose Minoxidil, and aggressive microneedling for hair regrowth.
Microneedling for hair loss, with concerns about cost and conflicting information on protocols. The user is unsure about purchasing and reusing microneedling stampers.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss, but stopped dutasteride due to side effects. They plan to have a hair transplant in December 2024 at Vanity Hospital in Istanbul, aiming for at least 4500 grafts.