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April 2019 in “Journal of structural biology”
Hair's internal fibers are arranged in a pattern that doesn't let much water in, and treatments like oils and heat change how much water hair can absorb.
Dr. Walter P. Unger suggests that copying a person's natural hair direction and angle during transplants leads to a more natural and fuller appearance.
A user's progress pictures with Finasteride, showing positive results in 7 months; other users suggested additional treatments like biotin and nizoral shampoo, as well as changing to Dutasteride, while another mentioned it could take up to a year for further gains.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth after using Minoxidil for 12 months, finasteride for 3 months, micro needling, and Nizoral shampoo twice a week. The original poster believes they have made progress but is still self-conscious about their hair.
Exploring hair loss treatments beyond DHT, including Minoxidil, pyruvate, Gt20029 targeting androgen receptors, and vasodilators. Other options like Kx826, adenosine signaling, growth factor topicals, and microneedling are also discussed.
Hair loss discussion with treatments including topical minoxidil, finasteride, micro-needling, vitamins, and keto shampoo. User shares progress and seeks opinions on regrowth.
Curved hair transplantation requires specialized tools and techniques to avoid damaging hair follicles, with modified FUE being the preferred method. Proper extraction and implantation angles are crucial to prevent complications like keloids and sterile folliculitis.