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.
The user discusses their struggle with staying consistent with hair loss treatments like minoxidil, dutasteride, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. They are considering a hair transplant but feel they need to be consistent for another year before reassessing.
A 30-year-old man is considering a crown hair transplant after experiencing thinning since 2022, despite using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. Opinions vary, with some suggesting additional treatments or lifestyle changes, while others recommend waiting or focusing on maintaining current treatments.
The conversation discusses hair transplant experiences and decisions, focusing on whether individuals would choose the same doctor again. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user is considering a hair transplant for crown hair loss but is anxious about recovery and results. They are debating whether to try oral minoxidil for 6-12 months before surgery and whether to address their hairline during the transplant.
A user shared their 5-month hair transplant progress, having undergone a procedure with 4100 grafts at MedBlue in Istanbul for $3,600. They started taking oral minoxidil and finasteride daily after the transplant and use topical minoxidil with microneedling every two weeks, reporting positive results and no unwanted hair growth.
The user had a hair transplant and is asking when they can resume microneedling their forehead, which they did previously once a week with positive results on their crown. They are currently on a treatment regimen that includes oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and black castor oil for moisturizing.
USER19 shared progress pictures 1.5 years after a hair transplant of 4180 grafts by Dr. Ahmet Yildirim, with no medications used. New hair growth started after the 3rd month.
Selecting a hair transplant clinic requires avoiding pitfalls like prioritizing quantity over quality and aggressive sales tactics. Ensure the clinic uses experienced surgeons and recommends treatments like minoxidil and finasteride before a transplant.
The user had a hair transplant in Turkey and started taking finasteride to maintain hair growth. They are satisfied with the results and plan to continue using finasteride while being cautious about hairstyles to prevent traction alopecia.
A user shared their hair transplant journey, showing progress from February 2021 to May/June 2024. They now use finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and Nizoral shampoo, and are happy with the results.
A 22-year-old who had a hair transplant and is on medication has nice hair, which was complimented by their grandmother. Another person is 8 months post-transplant and taking dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and biotin but hasn't seen results yet.
The user started losing their hair at 16 and got a hair transplant. They used Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments. The transplant has held up well and they have not experienced graft loss.
A 34-year-old underwent a hair transplant with 5,250 grafts, stem cell therapy, and PRP at Dr. Hakan Clinic in Istanbul, without using Minoxidil or Finasteride. Despite initial concerns about the hairline design, the user is optimistic about the results and plans to update progress over time.
A 28-year-old male is struggling with hair regrowth after a hair transplant and restarting medications, including dutasteride, topical minoxidil with finasteride, and oral minoxidil. Despite previous success with these treatments, current results are disappointing, and the doctor advises waiting a few more months.
A hair restoration case involved injecting four different doses of Verteporfin into the mid scalp and using Scalp MicroPigmentation (SMP) around the extraction areas. Photos were taken and an update will be shared soon.
The user shared their 8-month hair transplant results from Cosmedica, involving around 3800 grafts and topical use of Minoxidil and Finasteride since the operation. They discussed the procedure details, cost, and the possibility of a second operation for crown and touch-ups.
A 24-year-old with a high Norwood scale is seeking advice on hair loss treatments and considering a second hair transplant. They currently use topical finasteride and minoxidil, castor oil, and a derma roller, and are advised to switch to oral dutasteride and minoxidil.
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.
28M shares hair transplant results 6 months after 3633 grafts via FUE by Dr. Rahal in Ottawa, costing ~$24k CAD. Users discuss the impressive results, procedure experience, and cost breakdown.
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts at WSC clinic in Istanbul and uses finasteride, biotin, multivitamins, minoxidil with finasteride, biotin shampoo, and coconut oil with peppermint oil for hair loss treatment. Another user commented that the result looks like a barren patch of hair.
The conversation is about a user's one-year progress after a 3,200 graft FUE hair transplant and their use of oral finasteride and minoxidil. People are impressed with the results and are discussing the effectiveness and cost of the treatment.
Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
A case study that suggests verteporfin may be able to help regrow donor hairs after FUE extraction, and the potential implications of this result. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A user shares their experience with an FUE hair transplant performed by Dr. Mario Marzola, detailing the procedure, costs, and post-operation care. They report feeling slightly nauseous but satisfied with the results and plan to provide daily updates.
A user shared their experience with a beard-to-scalp hair transplant, noting no visible scars and improved hair density using finasteride and minoxidil. The conversation discusses the differences between beard and scalp hair, potential changes in hair texture, and the use of beard hair for increased scalp coverage.