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My surgery was done by 2 female technicians. They were both highly skilled at what they do. In fact it is ALL they do, and they do it often enough to be very proficient. Yes my doctor did the surgical cutting and removal of the donor strip, but the ladies did the rest. I was amazed at how they could stand for hours doing such tedious work. They were always pleasant and answered all my questions without hesitation. All in all I have no complaints. I should also mention that my fees were considerably higher than most. My doctor brings in his technicians from Chicago and they stay for one week out of the month the do the graft work. It was either this or me flying off to somewhere which was not an option at this time. So I am assuming that part of my cost covered the expenses of the techs. I paid for the convenience of staying in my own home.

Are there any success stories with Bosley? There has to be otherwise wouldn't they be out of business by now? Before I found this website I used to think that they were the gold standard.

I am 15 days post op and I have gone back to my favorite shampoo and conditioner. I have noticed that my scalp in the recipient area is dry. It is safe to put some kind of oil on it? Like V-E oil?

We seldom appreciate things until they are gone! Those blessed with great genes and a full head of hair well into their 60's & 70's just seem to take it for granted, at least for the most part.

I'm wonderful if there is any benefit to massaging the new grafts after post op by 2 or 3 weeks? It seems to me that it would be good to stimulate the scalp in that area. Thanks Russ

It was, must have been one of my senior moments:confused:

Trooper, It is really nice to hear your joy. I am sure I will feeling the same way soon as well. Keep us posted! Aloha Russ

Jotronic, are you saying that you are HERBAL H? " I hate to say it but we've been outed." Sorry but I'm a little confused. Who is we?

Wow, that is incredible! How could they think they could get away with it? Good luck Nic. Hope you can make things right.

And that is the rest of the story!

I have read that scabs come off anywhere between 5 days to 5 weeks! That seems ridiculous, how can there be such a disparity? Mine are just now flaking off at 10 days. However I do lather up in the shower and spend 10 minutes massaging them, but mine fall off after the shower when my hair is dry. If I lightly massage the recipient area they just start falling. Most of these do have small hairs in them which from what I have read is OK. I will say it is incredibally temting to pick at them, but I will resist! Tomorrow I will get the staples removed, however I have also read that YOU can remove them yourself with help if instructed to do so? Anybody done this?? Thanks, Russ

c$ Good post. I think that is what I needed to hear!

Absolutely. If you get skinny enough you will see a 6-pack. Everyone has ab muscles, but most are just hidden. Exercise grows and sharpens those muscle which will make them appear deeper. Diet is still number one, and also the most difficult. Formula for looking good 80% diet / 20% exercise.

Matt, BINGO! You got it. Russ

Well I will say this, you can do 1000's of reps of gut work daily and without a good diet you will remain fat. That is a fact. Gut work for me is more to strengthen my core and lower back than for great abs. I only get great abs when my diet is low carb and low fat.

Yes you are correct. Newbies, self included tend to ask the same questions. I always do a search first but some of the data is so old from 2003 that I can't help but think maybe there may be more current info. Anyway this forum has been a life saver for me!

Here again we have some gray areas. I hear people say the grafts are somewhat secure at 4 days and fully secure by 7. So I wonder if the standard is 7 or 10? It would make a difference on how agressive to be while shampooing.

I did a search and sun exposure is all over the map. Naturally a sunburn is not good, but I cannot imagine that minimal sunshine at some point would not be healthy. Can anyone tell me what the guidelines are for sunning after HT? I should add that most of my grafts are somewhat covered by my own hair. How soon can grafts be exposed and for how long? Thanks

I did leg lifts and crunches on a machine that did not put any stress on my donor site. I am so glad I finally got in a workout. Actually I really could have lifted heavier than I did just didn't want to take any chances. Next workout on Saturday I will probably ramp up to about 75%. I would say today I used about 50% of my normal poundage.. All I can say is that I sure feel good about and looking forward to my next workout. Looking more forward to getting these flipping staples out on Monday!

I went to the gym this morning on day 7 and did a little cardio and then a fairly light workout. I didn't do anything that would have required me to lay flat on a bench. In fact with the sutures still in it is very uncomfortable to rest the back of my head on any kind of firm surface. Anyway I had a good workout and no problems at all. I think for me day 7 was a perfect time to get back in the gym.

My donor site is only numb above the incision, below feels normal, is that the norm? At the incision where the staple are it is somewhat sensitive. Can't wait to get the staples removed.

Tomorrow is day 7 for me and I am planning on a light workout with weights and a little cardio. Not training really effects my attitude, appetite and mood. I will go very easy and do nothing to create stress on my donor site. I will also report back my experience for others.

That is a great answer! Clears things up for me. I'm one of those guys that is going crazy not exercising and I'm only on day 6. I know how to use caution and moderation. Thanks Doc!

Wow, did not know it was supposed to last that long. I do have a long list of Q's for my doctor on Monday when I get the sutures removed.