Insights from Expert MDs

Welcome to XYON's Insights from Expert MDs. Here you’ll find easy-to-read articles that cover everything you need to know about male and female hair loss, overall hair health, as well as men's sexual health. They’re all reviewed by our doctors, so you can trust that they’re scientifically accurate.


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XYON Patient Success Story: Freddy
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XYON Patient Success Story: Freddy

We’re proud to share success stories from real patients navigating hair loss in different ways, because no two journeys look exactly the same. Freddy, who started on our topical finasteride before ...

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PP405 for Hair Loss – The Complete Guide 2026

PP405 is one of the most talked-about investigational hair loss treatments right now, but there is still a lot we do not know. This guide breaks down what PP405 is, how it is thought to work, what ...

Hair loss treatmentsClinic Spotlight: Sara Wasserbauer, MD (California Hair Surgeon)

Clinic Spotlight: Sara Wasserbauer, MD (California Hair Surgeon)

XYON Partner Spotlight: surgeon-led hair restoration in the Bay Area with Dr. Sara Wasserbauer (ABHRS Diplomate, ISHRS leader), known for precision planning, ethical standards, and natural ...

Hair loss treatmentsRU58841 for Hair Loss

RU58841 for Hair Loss

RU58841 is a non-steroidal anti-androgen that comes up in hair loss communities as a possible alternative for topical finasteride. Unlike finasteride, it hasn't been tested extensively in humans so...

Hair HealthTopical Finasteride in Canada: 2026 Guide

Topical Finasteride in Canada: 2026 Guide

Topical finasteride is emerging as an option for Canadians who want finasteride’s hair-saving benefits but worry about systemic side effects. This 2025 guide breaks down how it works, how it compar...

Hair HealthHow To Prepare for a Hair Transplant

How To Prepare for a Hair Transplant

Preparing for getting a hair transplant is important and by taking the proper steps you can help improve the quality of your results. In this guide, Dr. Simon Pimstone MD, PhD, FRCPC, internal medi...

Hair loss treatmentsPartner Spotlight: Unger Medical (NYC)

Partner Spotlight: Unger Medical (NYC)

Unger Medical is a boutique, surgeon-led hair restoration clinic on Park Avenue in New York City, known for meticulous planning, natural-looking results, and a one-patient-per-day focus. In this XY...

Hair loss treatments7 Dermatologist Recommended Hair Growth Products

7 Dermatologist Recommended Hair Growth Products

With so many options to choose from, it can be hard to know which hair loss solutions actually work. We rounded up the top 7 hair growth solutions and products and had them fact-checked by a board-...

Hair Loss CausesDiffuse Thinning: What It Is, Why It Happens, and the Best Treatments

Diffuse Thinning: What It Is, Why It Happens, and the Best Treatments

Diffuse thinning is characterized by hair loss all over the scalp rather than a specific bald spot. While often mistaken for standard male pattern baldness, it can be caused by sudden shocks to the...

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Weight Loss & Hair Loss: Why Does it Happen?

Hair loss is a well-known potential side effect of weight loss, especially if weight loss happens quickly over a short period of time. With the popularity of weight loss medications such as GLP-1s,...

Hair loss treatmentsPartner Spotlight: Anti Aging Vancouver

Partner Spotlight: Anti Aging Vancouver

Anti-Aging Vancouver is a leading physician-led clinic in Vancouver, offering whole-body anti-aging care, injectables, advanced laser treatments, hormonal optimization, regenerative medicine, and h...

Hair loss treatmentsPartner Spotlight: Anderson Center for Hair

Partner Spotlight: Anderson Center for Hair

Modern hair transplants can look so natural that even close inspection won’t reveal surgery. In this month’s Partner Spotlight, we feature Dr. Ken Anderson of Anderson Center for Hair in Atlanta, a...

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Does Phentermine Cause Hair Loss?

Phentermine can sometimes trigger temporary hair shedding, usually from rapid weight loss, nutrient deficiency, or metabolic and hormonal stress, and it may also “unmask” underlying genetic hair lo...

Hair loss treatmentsDoes Finasteride Work?

Does Finasteride Work?

Finasteride remains the gold-standard treatment for male pattern baldness, but results vary by person. Learn how it works, who benefits most, how long it takes to see changes, what to expect at the...

Hair HealthHow to Prevent Hair Loss

How to Prevent Hair Loss

Hair loss is more common than you think, but what if we told you that there are ways to prevent it? Effective prevention starts with correctly identifying the cause of your hair loss and following ...

Hair HealthDoes Minoxidil Work for a Receding Hairline

Does Minoxidil Work for a Receding Hairline

Minoxidil can assist with stopping a hairline from receding. It is not exactly clear how minoxidil works but may have its effect by increasing blood flow to the follicle or by stimulating follicle ...

Hair loss treatmentsXYON Health Partner Spotlight: Hasson & Wong

XYON Health Partner Spotlight: Hasson & Wong

Discover why Hasson & Wong are recognized as Vancouver’s top hair transplant surgeons. Learn about their innovative FUT and FUE techniques, transparent pricing, and commitment to natural, lasti...

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How to Boost Confidence While Coping with Hair Loss

If you're experiencing hair loss, it’s normal to notice a dip in confidence. The experience can be uncomfortable and hard to talk about, but we want to help by offering a few practical tips for wha...

Hair loss treatmentsCouple in bed together after fixing sexual health problems

How To Maintain Sexual Health

Men’s sexual health is core to overall wellbeing, not just bedroom performance. This piece by Dr. Simon Pimstone covers benefits of sex, common issues like ED and low libido, evidence-based lifesty...

Hair loss treatmentsPartner Spotlight: Trichogenics, Hair Transplants in Greece & Israel

Partner Spotlight: Trichogenics, Hair Transplants in Greece & Israel

For anyone looking for the best country for a hair transplant, one name that stands out is Trichogenics. With modern clinics in Greece and Israel, the clinic has become a trusted destination for pa...

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How Finasteride Affects Male Fertility

If you're a younger male patient struggling with hair loss, you may be wondering whether finasteride is safe to take if you're planning on having a family. It's an excellent question and is one of ...

Hair loss treatmentsBefore and After Using Oral Minoxidil

Before and After Using Oral Minoxidil

Oral minoxidil is increasing in popularity as a potential off-label solution for patients experiencing pattern hair loss. The fact that it's available in lower doses has been associated with a redu...

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XYON Health Clinic Connect Partner Spotlight: Dr. Ross Kopelman, Leading Hair Transplant Surgeon in NYC

XYON Health is proud to partner with the leading hair transplant clinic in NYC, Kopelman Hair Restoration. Dr. Ross Kopelman stands out as a premium provider of high-end hair transplants with a gro...

Men's Sexual HealthSildenafil Vs Viagra: Which Is Better?

Sildenafil Vs Viagra: Which Is Better?

With the wide availability of generic medications, many patients are wondering if there are any difference between generic sildenafil and Viagra. Is one better than the other? Are they equally as e...