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Developed a New Bald Area After My 3500 Fue Hair Transplant

The pictures show that you were probably thinning in the area that is now devoid of hair, so the cause is likely due to the progression of the hair loss into the sides. Another hair transplant into this area will solve it; however, be careful that your doctor does not over-harvest your donor area or you will have a new problem – a see-through donor area with possible donor site depletion as shown many times in the RealSelf posts. Your donor density must be close to its harvested limit with an FUE procedure (assuming that you had an average donor density prior to your FUE transplant) so a strip surgery may be safer. You should make sure that your surgeon measures your donor density prior to making the recommendation for FUE or strip surgery.

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Press Release – RepliCel Reveals Updated Early Trial Results

Snippet from the press release:

RepliCel Life Sciences Inc. is pleased to report that further analysis of results from its successful first-in-man clinical trial revealed substantial hair growth including seven participants with growth in excess of 10%, including 17.2%, 19.2% and 19.6%. Furthermore, there were no negative health effects.

“The RepliCel TS001-2009 trial was a first-in-man trial with a primary endpoint of safety and this was confirmed emphatically,” stated Dr. Rolf Hoffmann, Chief Medical Officer at RepliCel. “Even though the size of the trial was only powered for safety measures, secondary endpoints were included in interim analysis to give us an early look at efficacy to allow us to better drive the design of the next steps of the clinical development of the RepliCel(TM) procedure,” Dr. Hoffmann concluded.

Read the rest — Further Analysis Reveals Double Digit Hair Growth in RepliCel’s First-in-man Clinical Trial

These are updated results that were announced, but the release goes on to say that the trials will be continuing into August 2013, with results to be announced by the end that year.

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Diagnosed with AGA by biopsy by my dermatologist, what should I do?

So Im 26 now. My hairline is good, and I have no visible balding, but I noticed (since im growing my hair long) that I would lose more strands of hair in the shower than norm. In fact my first dermotologist just looked at my hair and told me Im not balding. Decided to get a second opinion, went to a very qualified dermo, had a scalp biopsy, and it turned out to be aga, and she told me I was lucky to have discovered so early, due to the fact I have no visible balding, or recessed hairline. Basically, caught it before any visible damage was done. I was prescribed finasteride, as well as a 7% minoxidil liquid.

My question is, with how little hair loss I have, would I be fine to just take the finasteride daily and ignore the minoxidil? I find the application of minoxidil extremely annoying and uncomfortable, especially since I have shoulder length hair now.

I would recommend that you get a HAIRCHECK test to find out if you are actually balding (losing hair). If you’re not losing hair by this test, starting on a drug for life based on a biopsy alone make no sense to me. See here: https://baldingblog.com/24-year-old-male-receding-hairline-no-change-hair-loss-past-year-haircheck-test/


2019-03-27 08:36:46Diagnosed with AGA by biopsy by my dermatologist, what should I do?

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Which of the Procedures Is Better for Hair Transplant: Follicular Unit Extraction or Strip Hair Transplant? (With Video)

There is no difference between the two techniques – FUE or strip. Unless you want to wear your shave or cut your hair closely, then an FUE may be the procedure of choice.

With a good surgeon who offers both and uses modern tools, the FUE is as good as the strip surgery or visa versa.

Take a look at this video as it may help you understand the differences better: https://youtu.be/koPZdjdO4Ng


2018-06-22 05:36:56Which of the Procedures Is Better for Hair Transplant: Follicular Unit Extraction or Strip Hair Transplant? (With Video)

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Did Propecia Eliminate My Body Hair?

I have been on Propecia for over a year. I think it stopped my hair loss and overall my hair appears thicker. I used to have to shave my knuckles and feet before I started the propecia as well as I always had hair coming out of my ears. I recently looked at my feet then my hands and all over my body and noticed that all the hair has vanished. I was just wondering if that was normal. I am relieved that I am not as hairy as I used to be but should I be concerned?

The finding you report is uncommon, though I have had quite a few emails about this phenomenon over the past month and others have periodically reported this side effect over time as well. It did not impact my ear, nose, or body hair, so that is a personal disappointment for me. I don’t see it as any cause for concern.

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Propecia and Creatinine Levels

Dear Doctor.
I am a 34 year old male with slightly receding temples and full hair on the rest of my head who has been taking 1mg Propecia daily for almost exactly 4 years with good results (no regrowth but no extra balding). Over the last year I had 2 blood tests that have shown an increased level of creatinine (not creatine). I mentioned to my GP this could be from propecia use. He suggested I quit the drug for 2 weeks and have another blood test to see if there are any changes. So I have two questions for you:

1: are you aware of any increase in creatinine in the blood from propecia use?

2: will quitting for 2 weeks affect my hair loss/growth

Many thanks in advance.

Stopping Propecia for 2 weeks should not impact your hair loss/growth significantly, if at all.

In general, elevated levels of creatinine is a non-specific measurement of the state of your kidney function. It is VERY important that you follow up with your doctor for this. You may have other serious medical issues unrelated to Propecia, since Propecia is a drug that is metabolized primarily by your liver (not kidney). I would not expect Propecia to affect your kidney function or creatinine levels.


2012-02-20 10:13:53Propecia and Creatinine Levels

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Diet and healthy hair (from webMD)

Diet and Healthy Hair

Medically Reviewed by Stephanie S. Gardner, MD on November 12, 2020

A healthy diet can help your hair stay strong and shiny. What you eat can also keep you from losing your locks. If you’re not getting certain nutrients from food, you might see the effects in your hair.Essential fatty acids, especially omega-3s, play a key role in the health of your skin, hair, and nails. You should eat some of these foods, which are rich in omega-3, every day:

  • Salmon, tuna, mackerel, and other fatty fish
  • Flaxseed oil, Flaxseeds, chia seeds, canola oil
  • Walnuts
  • Soy beans, tofu and cruciferous fruits and vegetables

Vitamins B6, B12, and folic acid are also important to your hair. Vegetarians and vegans often don’t get enough of them.

Foods with B6 include bananas, potatoes (both white and sweet), and spinach. Major sources of B12 include meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products.

You can get folic acid with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, especially citrus fruits and tomatoes. Whole-grain and fortified-grain products, beans, and lentils also have it.

Protein is also critical for keeping your hair healthy, but many people don’t get enough. Lean meats like fish and chicken, eggs, and soy products are good sources. Eat one serving every day.Because trace minerals like iron, magnesium, zinc, and biotin also affect hair, it’s a good idea to take a daily multivitamin.The right foods can be really good for your ‘do, but hair loss has many causes. Sometimes, genetic factors like male or female pattern baldness can play a role. Thyroid disease, anemia, autoimmune diseases, and hormone issues may also cause changes or loss of hair.
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Propecia and Paxil

Dear Dr Rassman,

Can Propecia be taken along with Paxil (Paroxetine)? Do you have any patients on the combination?

Background: I am a 22 year old male. I have had social anxiety disorder and was prescribed Paxil CR 25 mg. I had weaned myself off it 15 months ago. Now my hair has started thinning and I was prescribed Propecia. But within 2 weeks of use I have had intense anxiety.

Please help me with your suggestions. thank you.

As far as I am aware, you can take Paxil and Propecia, but you need to ask your prescribing doctor before starting or stopping any medication as he/she may have more insight into what is going on with your problems. I am not your doctor and my suggestion to you is to speak to your doctor and ask him/her these questions.


2008-07-03 08:39:51Propecia and Paxil

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Diffuse thinning

Do fin or min+fin work well for diffused thinners? Also please give advice on regimens that have worked for you if you’re a diffused thinner. I am 18 years old.

Diffuse thinning has many causes. You need a good examination by a hair doctor that understands hair loss and hair thinning. If it is part of the genetic hair loss that you inherited, then finasteride and minoxidil are the staples of treatment.

 

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Propecia And Unprotected Sex

Can you tell me, When using Propecia (3 months) is it safe to have unpretected sex without dangering female partner?

There is no danger to your partner from finasteride (Propecia) by having unprotected sex while you are taking this drug. Propecia’s manufacturer, Merck, does not warn of problems in this regard.

The question I am often asked is whether unprotected sex and pregnancy could cause problems for a man on Propecia. I believe that the answer to this question is that getting your lady pregnant should not be a problem when on Propecia, but if you are concerned about it, then you might stop taking it during the period when she is most fertile. I’ve written about that previously here and here.