I'm definitely dreaming, but for round 2. Unfortunately, I have so many variables to consider that keep me hesitant. I'm younger and of thin/athletic build, so my laxity will always be a question. Unfortunately, I feel that I am constantly held back by hair loss. So much so that I feel like my life is on hold until I can get some partial resolution. My first go around was anything from success, so I fear of making matters worse with a second pass. I wish it was a more clear cut process--at least for me--but it's an extremely difficult decision. For those unlucky individuals that go through a painfull first surgery, it makes the second attempt that much harder to endure.

Can you provide details of your first surgery? I can relate to what you are saying regarging #2, because my first procedure did not provide quite the benefit I was expecting, although I would not call it a failure.

By posting pics and talking to other members of the forum, I gained some confidence that moving forward with #2 was a good idea.

OTH, moving forward may not be in your best interest depending on your loss. Perhaps you did not choose the best doc. Maybe you need a better long term game plan?

I think part of the problem of hair loss is that it is relentless and worsens over time, and traditionally, nothing could be done about it.

For men who derive their self-esteem by "being in control" (which is a valid strategy in many areas of life), hairloss can be particularly painful.

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