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chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions
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a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp
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the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
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scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble
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research The Physician's Guide to Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatologic Surgery Part II: Clinical Evidence
Platelet-rich plasma is most effective for hair loss treatment and wound healing in skin surgery, but more research is needed for consistent results.
research The Physician's Guide to Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatologic Surgery Part I: Definitions, Mechanisms of Action, and Technical Specifications
Platelet-rich plasma is most effective for hair loss treatment and shows promise for skin healing and rejuvenation, but more standardized research is needed.
research ASDS 20th Anniversary: The History of Dermatologic Surgery
Dermatologic surgery has greatly improved with new techniques over the years.
research Dermatologic Surgery and Procedures
research Dermatologic Surgery in Aging Skin
Surgical methods can't treat gray hair, hair loss, or thinning skin.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity My bloodwork results from dermatologist
The conversation discusses hair loss and bloodwork results, focusing on zinc, vitamin D, and ferritin levels. The user is experiencing telogen effluvium after surgery and seeks advice on supplementation.
community Dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to “new research” on male breast cancer. anyone heard of this?
A dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to concerns about recent research linking it to male breast cancer, suggesting a topical alternative with minoxidil instead. The user is advised to seek a second opinion, as the evidence for such risks is inconclusive and the dermatologist's reasoning seems questionable.
community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40
A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.
community Dermatologist said that Minox ONLY is the way to go and that's the international medical concensus
A dermatologist advised using only minoxidil for hair loss, citing it as a lifelong therapy and dismissing finasteride due to potential side effects. Several users disagreed, recommending a combination of minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
community Hopeless - 2 FUT surgeries later
The user underwent two FUT hair transplant surgeries with subpar results, leading to disappointment and continued use of Minoxidil, laser cap, dermaroll, and biotin. They advise thorough research before committing to hair transplants, especially for those with advanced hair loss.