Username: mcal74

Basic Information

Year Born:: 1974
Gender:: Male
Country:: United States
State:: CA

Hair Loss Story

I noticed the vertex area going thin about ten years ago and was in denial about it, hoping that it would stop but it just progressed more during the course of the years. I'm thankfull for the decent hairline that I have but I felt a bit silly...

Hair Loss Overview

Describe Your Hair Loss Pattern:: Thinning or Bald Spot in the Crown/Vertex
How long have you been losing your hair?:: In the last 10 years
Norwood Level if Known:: Norwood III Vertex
What Best Describes Your Goals?:: Considering Surgical Hair Restoration

Hair Loss Treatments

Have you ever had a hair transplant?:: No
Comments about hair loss treatments you've tried or are considering:: I found myself looking at all sorts of OTC products and decided to get surgery. It was more cost effective for me to pay for the procedure than to spend years and years buying temporary solutions. I also felt it would be better for my self esteem as well.

Hair Transplant Doctor

Dr. Michael Meshkin

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mcal74

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my 'DO'

I'm real bad at this stuff so I'll try to post all my pics in order. I unfortunately lost a few pics which showed all the grafts in place after the scabs fell off and it made me feel really optimistic. I will post all of the pictures.

Created: 10/13/2010

Updated: Updated 1 year(s) ago

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15 days post op

I've take a few shots using a high def cam and will start to post some pics. At this time ,I am very encouraged by the results as all of my scabs have fallen out and I have retained about 80% of all the newly transplanted hair and yes, I am aware that it is highly likely that I will lose all of the hair as this is typically normal. The donor area is a bit bit bumpy and swollen but I...

Created: 7/17/2010

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mcal74's Hair Loss Story

I noticed the vertex area going thin about ten years ago and was in denial about it, hoping that it would stop but it just progressed more during the course of the years. I'm thankfull for the decent hairline that I have but I felt a bit silly walking around with a full, lush head of hair everywhere except for the affected portion of my scalp. I have absoultely NO signs of balding anywhere else other than on the top.
I found myself doing alot of research online, what products to buy and how much would I end up spending in the long run. I tried using rogaine and had great results,unfortunately after about 4 months of using the product, my scalp became inflamed and irritated. I developed thick, ugly scabs on top of my head and was forced to stop using the product. As the scabs fell, so did all the newly regrown hair.
I thought about using topix and hair3 but then ran through all sorts of scenarios in my head. What if it rains? What if I'm at a party and a water balloon fight breaks out? It wasnt worth the trouble.
Guys, there is no shame with contemplating this surgery and if you can do it, then DO IT. It doesnt make you metro or anything else, it just helps us feel better about ourselves.
I visited this site and made up my mind to have the procedure done by Dr. Meshkin. So far im 6 days out and I am really encouraged by what I see. As soon as I figure out how to post my pics (pre and post op) I will definitley do it. I'm waiting on my brother to get back from vacation this way he can take some great shots of Dr. Meshkins work.

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15 days post op

Posted: 1 year(s) ago

Category: Hair Restoration Blog

I've take a few shots using a high def cam and will start to post some pics. At this time ,I am very encouraged by the results as all of my scabs have ...

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my 'DO'

Updated 1 year(s) ago

I'm real bad at this stuff so I'll try to post all my pics in ...