I hear caffeine from coffee i.e. increased adrenaline and you’ve consistently said adrenaline can contribute to hair loss. What’s up with this?
I am not aware of this. I drink a triple espresso every day. Coffee drinkers are not at any higher risk for hair loss than non-coffee drinkers. Genetic balding is the cause of most hair loss.
2008-06-26 09:33:542008-06-24 14:11:27Adrenaline and Hair Loss
I found this quote on the Aderans website. You have probably read this before.
“Follicle neogenesis, a bio engineered hair loss solution, is not many years away; in fact, it is likely that before the end of this decade patients will have access to hair multiplication technology.”
Do you belive that before 2010 we will likely have hair regeneration?
Thank you!!!
I have not heard much about the progress of Aderans from my sources in the industry in recent months. I imagine I might learn more at the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) meetings next month. A number of years ago, I was told that it would be out in 3-5 years, and now that time has passed. Optimistic views are the way new businesses fund themselves and justify the research. There is a tendency to be aggressive when predicting timelines. I will try to report to the readership on this blog after the meetings next month.
2006-09-21 14:35:362006-09-21 08:41:21Aderans Says Follicle Neogenesis Will Likely Be Available Before 2010
Is there a correlation between adrenal fatigue/insufficiency and hair loss (in the form of total head miniaturization, but yet have no balding, no recession.) I have very low DHEA levels and high cortisol levels…. would chronic/high physiologic stress levels induce hair thinning/miniatuzization?
Yes, it is a possibility, as low adrenal function in such conditions as Addison’s disease affects about 1 in 100000 people. Hair loss throughout the body is a reported finding in this condition. I do not have experience with following people with this disease, as they are treated with appropriate hormone supplements. I have never seen a patient with Addison’s disease and studied the existence of miniaturization or a follow-up of this in a treated patient. Sorry that I can not shed more light on your question.
2006-10-26 11:34:362006-10-26 12:05:04Adrenal Problems and Hair Loss?
Two major advances in SMP are the Laser Tattoo System ( https://newhair.com/wp-content/uploads/data/docs/pubs/Tattoo%20Pigment%20Delivery%20with%20a%20laser_final.pdf ) and a new tattoo ink that will be encapsulated so that it will most likely not spread. I will be testing it this week. We expect that we will eventually publish our results using it later this year.
2020-05-14 02:29:362020-05-14 22:22:50Advances in SMP
I´ve found updates from Histogen and Aderans. What can you say about this? Thank you.
Histogen: Hypoxia Induces Stem Cell Gene Expression, Protein Production and Cell Surface Markers
Thanks for sending these links. Each press release speaks for itself. The Histogen press release isn’t specifically about their hair loss treatment (they have multiple products unrelated to hair loss treatment), but the Aderans Phase 2 clinical trials expansion is for hair regeneration. Once the studies have concluded, they will hopefully be published with the FDA and then we will know better about what is offered.
2010-05-07 10:32:262010-05-06 14:13:23Aderans Expands Clinical Studies
I’m an African American female and want to know which is better for my hair, pressing with a hot comb or using a non lye relaxer (like Precise). Also, I have hair loss and hair is very thin. I had a hair restoration in June 2005 by Bosley. Can you please recommend things I can do to improve my hair? Do you consider yourself an expert in dealing with African American hair?
I believe that I was the first person to place follicular units into an African American and started the trend that allowed for the use of small grafts in African hair types. As you may know, hair transplantation is a ‘peg in a hole’ surgery, but African hair is curly (like a cork screw) and therefore placing it into a round hole can be a difficult challenge to the inexperienced hair transplant surgeon. I guess that would make me an expert for transplants into African American hair types.
With regard to your other question, I am not an expert in the best ways to ‘relax’ hair, but I see problems with those individuals who have this done improperly. I am an expert in the complications of such treatments. I would have to examine you to make any recommendations.
2006-01-16 10:39:372006-01-16 10:00:14African American Hair Expert
Earlier this year I noticed my hair seemed thinner and a miniaturization exam revealed diffuse loss on the top of the scalp but not the sides or back. It was modest loss, only visible under harsh lights, but my hair definitely felt less dense.
Nearly three months later after consistent Propecia use, I could swear my hair feels thicker and I can’t see as much scalp in the mirror under harsh lights. Could this be a real effect or is it probably in my head? (No pun intended!)
This type of result seems like it might be too quick after just taking Propecia for 3 months, but I suppose it’s possible that you had a really great response, which we have seen in some men from time to time. It usually takes a few more months for most men to notice that much positive change, though. I’d keep taking the medication and keeping track of the gains.
Congratulations on the good fortune and better hair!
Hi, I am 43 year old and been taking propecia 1 mg per day and 5 % minoxidil. I have taken these for the last 13 years. The results have been amazing, probably a little less hair on top and sides now. As far as I am aware you didn’t/don’t think I have had any side effects. Well I have a slight none itchy rash above my upper lip. I have got very worried about using the propecia so I want to give this drug up. How would I scale down the drug and over what time period please. I have already halved the tablet each day. I do hope you can help, there is just so much worrying data on net saying about terrible side effects after finishing off propecia. Thanks in advance
The dosage of any medication has little to do with the allergic response. If you are allergic to it, cutting the finasteride pills in half will not solve your allergy issue. It’s possible that either Propecia or minoxidil could cause allergic reactions like you described, but you could and probably should see a good doctor for the discussion.
Stopping the pills or the minoxidil for a couple of weeks will have minimal impact on the hair, but will address the allergy issue if that is the cause.
2011-08-25 12:48:032011-08-25 11:09:02After 13 Years on Propecia, Could I Be Developing a Facial Rash From It?
2018-11-09 06:58:292018-11-01 06:45:15African American with Donor Site Depletion
