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  1. I agree with Please Grow Please. Some of the before photos are not indicative of someone with significant hair loss, as is the case with the 1300 & 2000 FU photos. I would like to see the results of someone with more thinning and what those results look like.
  2. The business is a pressure cooker Arrie. If you value your hair, just keep dreaming it! LOL
  3. I still do, but at a different network. It may seem like a dream job, but it gets old very fast, and the pay is not good. I've had to work through rain delays (Oh boy!) A 16 inning game that got over at 2AM one year. 2 years ago a rain delay that kept a game from getting started until 11:30 PM. And Stanley Cup overtime games? I've lived through a couple of 3-5 OTs in my day. And those west coast games that start at 10:30 PM, eastern time...ouch!
  4. OK, what is the deal with Nizoral? I see it at Target, but it's marketed as an anti-dandruff shampoo. What's the benefit of Nizoral for hair loss purposes?
  5. I just saw an ad on TV recently for Kerasome, a new thickener/concealer. Runs for $39 for a month supply. The difference from the others is that this product works into the scalp with your fingers as opposed to sprays are shaking. Anyone tried it? Thoughts? I use Prothik and while it's fast and does a good job, it's tough to use at the hairline and can be messy. When I don't use it, I wear a baseball cap. Such is life after three poor transplants.
  6. I just saw an ad on TV recently for Kerasome, a new thickener/concealer. Runs for $39 for a month supply. The difference from the others is that this product works into the scalp with your fingers as opposed to sprays are shaking. Anyone tried it? Thoughts? I use Prothik and while it's fast and does a good job, it's tough to use at the hairline and can be messy. When I don't use it, I wear a baseball cap. Such is life after three poor transplants.
  7. Joe was the repairman on "News Radio".
  8. I'll tell you who has a toupee and a damned good one...Karl Ravech of ESPN. I worked there for three years. Best system I ever saw. You'd never know it up close!
  9. Regarding cholesterol. It's all bogus. Mine is 293. I'm fine. For further review:
  10. I'm not sure there's all that much of a reason to worry about a less refined scar. With hair coverage over it, it wouldn't seem to be something to be so extremely worried about. I'll never do a crew cut type thing as a hair style.
  11. You know, Bill, we're pretty much neighbors! I believe you're in Philly, I'm in South Jersey, so you know the Philly addytood. For me, it's frustrating, and I don't post here so much because I do not have a success story to share, while you all have had great results. Here's a link to photos that I previously posted: http://hair-restoration-info.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/146...721040403#9721040403 This is a link to my posting regarding my consultation w/Dr. Vogel: http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/showthread.php?t=150195 The biggest reason why he recommended 1500 FUs was due to the incisions left behind by the previous surgeons. There are two uneven scars back there with plenty of good donor hair between them. The problem is, he cannot harvest those, pull those two scar lines together, and use his technique for getting an undetectable scar back there. He actually suggested taking donor hair from below the lower scar line, which is thinner, finer hair that exists at the bottom of the scalp. It bothers me that the three previous doctors (Giannato, Loria and Pistone) could not do something to keep the scarring to a minimum.
  12. I'm pretty much into health. I avoid medicine as much as possible. I just got over a cold and treated it with echinacea and herbal teas, whereas everyone else I know went to their local CVS. I read something a while back about "procyanidin" which can be found in apples, but must be used topically. I have not found a recipe for this. The studies were done in Japan with decent results. I just subscribed to a newsletter for alternative health by a Dr. Williams. I sent him an e-mail with questions about hair loss. This is the reply I got from his office: Thank you for your email. I searched Dr. Williams' archive and found this article that seems to pertain to your question. Alternatives is dedicated to providing timely, accurate health information based on Dr. Williams' experience and opinion. The recommendations in this newsletter should not be viewed as a substitute for personal medical care, and Dr. Williams encourages all readers to work closely with qualified professionals to accomplish their health goals. "Hair Loss: Essential Oils. Researchers in Scotland report a safe and unique treatment for alopecia areata, a condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair in a particular area. If hair loss happens during adolescence or affects the entire body, the hair rarely returns. If it happens later in life and is confined to a specific area, the hair is more likely to regrow within a few months. In each of these cases, the application of certain essential oils appears to help hair grow back. In a double-blind study on 84 men and women with alopecia, half were given a combination of jojoba and grapeseed oil and told to massage the oil into the scalp for two minutes, then wrap a warm towel around the head. The other half followed the same procedure, but the jojoba and grapeseed oil contained a mixture of essential oils: two parts Thymus vulgaris (thyme), two parts Cedrus atlantica (atlas cedarwood), three parts Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary), and three parts Lavandula angustifolia (lavender). The jojoba and grapeseed oils merely acted as the carrier for the essential oils. After seven months, 44 percent of the 43 individuals using the essential oils exhibited significant hair regrowth. In the control group, only 15 percent regrew a significant amount of hair. These oils are readily available and nontoxic when used in this fashion. However, women who are pregnant or breast-feeding should not use this therapy. Rosemary and atlas cedarwood can promote menstruation and stimulate the central nervous system, neither of which are desirable for women in these situations. Look for these essential oils in health food stores. Cut Back on Sugar and Refined Carbohydrates. Some studies have linked premature hair loss to increased sugar consumption. Researchers found that men who experienced early male-pattern baldness (beginning before age 35) had an increased incidence of insulin resistance and higher blood levels of insulin. They had a two-fold increase in hyperinsulinemia, a two-fold increase in moderate obesity, and a nearly 150-percent increase in severe obesity. They were also more likely to be taking medications for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes. (Lancet 00;356(9236):1165?1166) Based on this information, it would seem that if you begin to lose your hair before age 35, there?s a good chance the loss could be related to imbalances stemming from excess sugar and carbohydrate consumption. Cutting back on sugar and refined carbohydrates is a far more sensible course of action than reaching for the Rogaine. Diet changes address the cause of the problem; drugs merely treat the symptom." If I may be of any further help, please reply to this email. Sincerely, Holly G. ================ I can tell your right now that I do not eat refined sugars and carbohydrates. I rarely eat pastas and breads anymore. So I doubt that is a cause for my hair loss. What do you all think of this e-mail?
  13. I'm pretty much into health. I avoid medicine as much as possible. I just got over a cold and treated it with echinacea and herbal teas, whereas everyone else I know went to their local CVS. I read something a while back about "procyanidin" which can be found in apples, but must be used topically. I have not found a recipe for this. The studies were done in Japan with decent results. I just subscribed to a newsletter for alternative health by a Dr. Williams. I sent him an e-mail with questions about hair loss. This is the reply I got from his office: Thank you for your email. I searched Dr. Williams' archive and found this article that seems to pertain to your question. Alternatives is dedicated to providing timely, accurate health information based on Dr. Williams' experience and opinion. The recommendations in this newsletter should not be viewed as a substitute for personal medical care, and Dr. Williams encourages all readers to work closely with qualified professionals to accomplish their health goals. "Hair Loss: Essential Oils. Researchers in Scotland report a safe and unique treatment for alopecia areata, a condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair in a particular area. If hair loss happens during adolescence or affects the entire body, the hair rarely returns. If it happens later in life and is confined to a specific area, the hair is more likely to regrow within a few months. In each of these cases, the application of certain essential oils appears to help hair grow back. In a double-blind study on 84 men and women with alopecia, half were given a combination of jojoba and grapeseed oil and told to massage the oil into the scalp for two minutes, then wrap a warm towel around the head. The other half followed the same procedure, but the jojoba and grapeseed oil contained a mixture of essential oils: two parts Thymus vulgaris (thyme), two parts Cedrus atlantica (atlas cedarwood), three parts Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary), and three parts Lavandula angustifolia (lavender). The jojoba and grapeseed oils merely acted as the carrier for the essential oils. After seven months, 44 percent of the 43 individuals using the essential oils exhibited significant hair regrowth. In the control group, only 15 percent regrew a significant amount of hair. These oils are readily available and nontoxic when used in this fashion. However, women who are pregnant or breast-feeding should not use this therapy. Rosemary and atlas cedarwood can promote menstruation and stimulate the central nervous system, neither of which are desirable for women in these situations. Look for these essential oils in health food stores. Cut Back on Sugar and Refined Carbohydrates. Some studies have linked premature hair loss to increased sugar consumption. Researchers found that men who experienced early male-pattern baldness (beginning before age 35) had an increased incidence of insulin resistance and higher blood levels of insulin. They had a two-fold increase in hyperinsulinemia, a two-fold increase in moderate obesity, and a nearly 150-percent increase in severe obesity. They were also more likely to be taking medications for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes. (Lancet 00;356(9236):1165?1166) Based on this information, it would seem that if you begin to lose your hair before age 35, there?s a good chance the loss could be related to imbalances stemming from excess sugar and carbohydrate consumption. Cutting back on sugar and refined carbohydrates is a far more sensible course of action than reaching for the Rogaine. Diet changes address the cause of the problem; drugs merely treat the symptom." If I may be of any further help, please reply to this email. Sincerely, Holly G. ================ I can tell your right now that I do not eat refined sugars and carbohydrates. I rarely eat pastas and breads anymore. So I doubt that is a cause for my hair loss. What do you all think of this e-mail?
  14. Well, as you should know, while not a regular on this board, I've posted in the past, maybe a couple of months ago. I have already had three surgeries and the results are not good. I would not post a topic like this if I didn't think it was necessary to question the use of proscar. I'm not trying to be difficult, but I DO notice the hairloss. I can see it clearly. It has accelerated, not slowed down or stopped. I do not need to go off proscar to experiment to see if that is the case, I KNOW it. I see it. It's not paranoia or anything like that. 1 1/2 years and it has not slowed it down. I'll be 44 in September. I've read in the past that the earlier you start Rogaine, the better the chances of it working, so I'm not sure it's worth starting at this stage of my life. I just read some negative stuff on a board about Avodart, that it's not worth using for hair loss as a replacement for proscar. Again, I apologize if I'm coming off short, but I am frustrated and feel like the only option I have left is a hair system, and Dr. Vogel has told me in a consult that he can only get me 1500 grafts, which to me, is not a very good number for what I want done.
  15. Hey, I've been under Dr. Vogel's treatment for hair loss with a prescription for proscar. I've been on proscar for 1 1/2 years, the last few months with Dr. Vogel. I have not noticed any slowing down of my hair loss. In fact, I have noticed that, over the last few months, the crown has widened and the hairline along both sides of my scalp are starting to drop. It seems to me that I am one of the 33% of the male population that does not respond to proscar. Is it time to cut my losses? Seeing this kind of hair loss is disheartening as I see more area that will need coverage, and not enough donors to go around. Dr. Vogel recommended Avodart, but I'm not comfortable with this. Any opinions?
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