After chemotherapy for early breast cancer, 33.4% of patients had long-term significant hair loss, with some hair regrowth over time, but treatments for hair loss were largely ineffective.
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January 2011 in “Wspolczesna Onkologia-Contemporary Oncology”
Scalp hypothermia can prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss but is not suitable for all patients, and more research is needed to improve prevention methods.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo are discussed humorously, with skepticism about future cures. Users express frustration over the lack of a permanent solution and joke about investing in stocks or using time travel to solve baldness.
A 35-year-old shared progress in hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil foam, noting reduced hair fall and no side effects. They use Kirkland minoxidil from Costco nightly and finasteride from a dermatologist, with additional use of rosemary water for a cooling sensation.
Minoxidil and finasteride can cause initial hair shedding before improvement, as new, stronger hairs replace the old ones. Users advise patience, as results vary and improvement may take time.
A new hair loss treatment, pp405, may regrow hair better than finasteride and minoxidil, with potential availability by 2028. However, there is skepticism about its effectiveness and commercialization timeline.
New potential hair loss treatment uses molecules from hairy moles to stimulate follicle growth. Topical solution requires less frequent application, like Botox injections a few times per year.