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    From the album: Rod's hairloss and HT progression

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    Hi Biscuit, 'Beggers can't be chosers' I underwent this process to re-establish my hairline and I believe that I have reasonable expectations. I understand that a 20 year old wouldn't be happy with the result that I'm hoping to achieve but I have lower expectations and I'll be happy with a thinning head of hair. I have seen many good results of people undergoing HT's with my level of hairloss. Thinning hair is much better than totally bald which was going to be my outcome in the next couple of years unless I had a HT. I'm considering another HT procedure in the future subject to a successful outcome of this one. Regards Rod
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    Hi, I don't think I remember that much about my procedure. I remember that about 1 hour into the procedure I was wide awake and I could hear the cutting of my donor area. I was asked whether I was awake and I indicated that I was. They gave me some more medication which seemed to work. I remember feeling hungry at some stage and had something to eat later on and after what much have been many hours later I started to feel a bit restless. I was told that they had 40 grafts to go. I arrived at 08:30am and left at about 5:30pm. DHT Clinic was professional to deal with. Regards Rod
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    Hi, I am NW6 and I think it depends on your own expectations regarding what a good look constitutes regarding a HT. I had 3743 grafts 4.5 months ago and at this stage I am progressing well. I may not end up with a full head of hair but propecia etc was not available to me 20 years ago when I needed it. I am 49 years old and I have minimal amount of grey hair as well. I have seen some major improvements with hairloss sufferers who are NW6 or 7. Back to the original post I do agree that the main problem is that a persons hairloss hasn't progressed enough to indicate what is achievable and what isn't. The last thing that a person needs is to look odd when they are in their 30's after undergoing HT's when they were younger. Regards Rod
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    Hi, I think that you have received from pretty good advice at this stage. The reason that reputable HT surgeons are reluctant to perform on you is primarily because of your age and at this stage your final hairloss outcome isn't known. You could have a HT surgery completed now but considering you are only 21 years old you need to consider what you will look like at 30 years of age if you have further hairloss. Whilst HT surgeries have a high level of success not all have the desired level of success. You cut your hair to level 1 with clippers but if you have strip surgery more than likely the scar will be visible and this will only contribute to you feeling depressed. FUE is very expensive and has its own problems. What technological advances are going to be available to you in 10 years time? I know that you feel pretty down at the moment but I will tell you that I am 49 years old and I had lost over 50% of my hair by 21 years old. I have a successful career, married an attractive woman and had 3 children. Life didn't stop for me and I think this is the main thing that you need to consider. I really wish you luck but do yourself a favour and try not to feel depressed. Life is too short. Regards Rod
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    Hi, I had my HT with DHT Clinic in August 2010. Not sure what technique is used but I did have my recipient area shaved which was almost my entire scalp. I looked like 'Friar Tuck' (a show from UK Robin Hood) for a couple of months but everything is okay now and I'm starting to have some good results (post 4.5 months). Doctor Pathomvanich is recommend her on the forum and has affordable prices. I wish you luck in your endeavour. Regards Rod
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    Hi RockZ, I read threads like this all the time. You are 28 years of age and obviously a mature person. I had 3743 grafts transplanted using FUT and I am Norwood VI and I am 49 years of age and started noticing MPB at 21 years of age. I returned to work about 16 days after the procedure and I had scabs all over my head and it was impossible that no one would notice that I had a HT. I am a government employee and I decided to tell as many people as I could that I was going on holidays and I was having a HT and on most occasions I received positive comments and only a couple where people told me not to bother to have a HT (a colleague actually told me to shave me head). I am 4.5 months post HT and I get positive comments from my co workers regarding my hair growth. Do yourself a favour and try not to worry about what other people think about you and the decisions that you make in your life. Good luck with your HT. Regards Rod ps I'm proud that I finally did something about my lack of hair.
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    Hi, You mention that your thinning hair in sunlight is visible. Have you considered using Dermatch or Toppik which are hair thickening products? It just needs to be applied daily and I'm sure it would work out cheaper than a hair system. To be honest your family should be supportive of your system. Regards Rod
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    Hi, Sounds like you have done your research and if Doctor Gabel if a recommended HT surgeon on this site you should be in good hands (sorry I live overseas). Just curious to know how you decided on your temple layout? Did you have some old photos for Doctor Gabel to review? Regards Rod
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    Hi, It would be helpful if you told us who performed your HT with? Regards Rod
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    Hi, I had a HT in August 2010 with DHT Clinic in Bangkok and I was initially aiming for 4000 grafts because I am NW 6. I was a little concerned prior to the procedure that my scalp was a bit tight and I thought it would be hard to get the grafts that I wanted. In the end I had 3743 grafts inplanted in the from 1/3 and mid scalp but I was luck any had over 200 4 graft follicles implanted. A HT doctor also needs to consider scalp laxity to prevent wide donor scars which always appear to be an issue on this site. Good luck with your HT. Regards Rod
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    Hi Jimmy, I really do wish you luck and sometimes in life you just have to take a chance. HT's are very expensive and whilst the collective wisdom appears to be not to consider price for the majority of middle income wage earners it really is a consideration. The forum does appear to receive a number of posts from new members who go for a HT with Doctors who we have never heard of and they are really worried after their procedures. I paid quite a bit for my HT in Bangkok and I know that I will need a second one but I cannot justify spending the equivalent amount again. Please update the forum how your HT progresses and perhaps encourage Doctor Pong to post some of his results. Apparently he was trained by Doctor Pathomvanich. Regards Rod
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    Hi, Pretty good photos that show the status of your HT. Don't get disillusioned when the grafts fall out because it happens in the vast majority of cases. At two months it looked like I had never had a HT and it is a frustrating process to go thru. I am a bit over 4 months and I am seeing results so far. Good luck I hope it works out well for you and please keep us updated. I'm not sure whether I can afford to have another expensive HT and Doctor Pong might be an affordable option. Regards Rod
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    Hi Subbu, You must be happy with the results at this stage. It looks like your growth is right on track. Doctor Rani completed her training with Doctor Pahtomvanich in Bangkok, Thailand. When you completed your research of the clinic did you ascertain the level of experience and training that the hair technicians have undergone? Anyway good results at this stage. Regards Rod
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    Hi synz4, Thank you for providing your story to our forum. I too considered having my HT done by Doctor Pong but there was not information for me to take the chance and go thru with a procedure. I eventually went to DHT clinic which by the way costs a bit more than Doctor Pong. It would be really useful to have this information posted on a weblog to encourage other members to consider Doctor Pong. It is an anxious wait to see the end results and I'm sure if you post the results that you have it will be a useful resource. I am post operation 4 months after my procedure. I know that I need another one in the future to finish the job. Thanks Rod
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    Hi Doctor Wu, Oravan from DHT Clinic recently gave you a very good recommendation when I was considering a hair transplant. I am in need of a second HT to cover my crown and I am considering another procedure next year and a holiday in Taiwan would be a welcome change from Thailand. I have forwarded you an email and I look forward to corresponding with you. Kind Regards Rod
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    Hi Doctor, The results for your patient appear to be very good. I am curious to know whether you trained with Doctor Pathomvanich in Thailand? Regards Rod
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    Hi, 1. The cost is 85 bht per graft and my HT operation had 3743 transplanted during the procedure. 2. I emailed photographs and had an assessment 2 days before the procedure. 3. I booked about 6 months in advance because I was going on holidays to Phuket and added another few days to travel to Bangkok. I'm not sure what their lead in time is. 4. I travelled 3 days after the operation and had the large sutures removed at my local GP. The clinic gave me instructions to give to them. The only thing that I would suggest to you is to ensure that you have a hep b, c and hiv test completed before your operation. I had this done in Australia to ensure that I would have no false positives and add to my stress. My wife and I thought they were professional and they appear to care about you as a patient. I would advise that you enquire with DHT clinic what they are able to offer if the yield compared with the grafts transplanted are on the low side. The literature on the website states that at least 90% of the grafts will grow but they don't clearly state what backup they will give you (this is a question I did not ask). At the moment I am sending photographs every two months. HT is an imperfect procedure but many people have very good results. The technicians who work for DHT clinic are very experienced and my understanding is that this is an important part of the procedure apart from the experience of the Doctor. I am almost 4 months post operation and my strip scar is minimal and near indetectable. I was a norwood VI will minimal hair and at this stage I seem to have very good growth. I have a hair line and also many fine hairs growing like crazy. I'm trying to keep my hopes under control but at this stage of the process I am certainly encouraged (still crossing my fingers though). If you want to send an email to my just pm me and I will forward it to you. I can send you a before photo and one at 4 months out. Good luck. Rod
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    Hi, I am from Perth W.A. I did a lot of research regarding a HT procedure and I didn't have any luck finding a surgeon who was recommended by this forum. I ended up having my HT done in Bangkok at DHT clinic. Cost was quite competitive and I am 3.5 months out from my HT with very encouraging results. I personally would stay away from a clinic that has history of bad results. Regards Rod
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    Hi, I'm 49 years of age and I guess that I am NW5 or perhaps worse. My hair started falling out at 21 and I guess about 50% was lost at about that age. You have been given good advice. Start taking propecia and minoxidil because they are both proven products that can stop and perhaps turn back the loss. I hope it works out well for you. Regards Rod
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    Hi, Your better off flying to India and getting a HT with Doctor Madhu's clinic because at least he's recommended on this forum. His price is pretty close to the price quoted on the initial post. Why go and have a HT with a clinic that isn't recommended? Regards Rod
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    Hi Recession, I understand your concerns but my comments in my previous post still stand. I am about 13 weeks post operation and I looked at a photograph from last year at work the other day. It is easy to tell that I have more hair than before. Lots of fine growth and I'm pretty happy 'at this stage' with the HT. I actually had my HT with Doctor Path's assistant (Doctor Kulakarn) who will assist him on the day. I think you are in good hands but with every operation there is always that concern that things won't work out. In regard to your HEP B, C and HIV test I had mine done prior to the surgery here in Australia. If you have a positive test DHT Clinic will not perform the procedure (at least this is my understanding of the process) and I just wanted it squared away before I got to Thailand, so I didn't have to go thru any false positives (which has happened before). Good luck and report how you go we are all interested. Regards Rod
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    Hi, Were any of the surgeons that performed your procedure recommended from this site? Regards Rod
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    Hi Allan, I had my hair transplant with DHT Clinic in August 2010 and they are professional and caring organisation. I travelled from Australia and I remember sitting in the operating theatre before my hair transplant and I asked myself 'what on earth I was doing'. For the first 3 - 4 days I experienced a little discomfort (donar strip) and I felt a bit tired if I went shopping too much. I am 3 months post operation and it is near undetectable that I had a hair transplant. A couple of friend's yesterday did not believe that I had a procedure at all. At the moment there is a little growth with many fine hairs growing and are somewhat like baby hair. You will be in good hands with the staff at DHT Clinic. Have you decided where you are going to stay in Bangkok? Abloom Private Apartments in 1 stop away from the clinic and is priced quite very reasonably. Good luck. Regards Rod
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    Hi, I am a new member of this forum. I had a HT in Thailand in August 2010 and I signed the waiver 2 days before I had the operation. I find it disconcerting that a HT doctor of repute is posting that they will be issuing summonses to members of this forum. I understand that doctors who are recommended on the forum need to ensure that they maintain a good reputation for new clients to consider their services. What I like about this forum is the ability of members to scrutinise HT results prior to signing up for an operation. After all who wants to go thru life with a bad HT result with visible scars and have to wear a hat for the rest of their life. It's bad enough losing your hair . Anyway, my point is that wouldn't it be best if Doctor Feller provided some evidence to the managers of this site to ensure that due process was followed (doesn't he have a responsibility to answer these claims). Once this occurred the thread could be locked with an appropriate outcome. I presume that Badluck wants to have a refund from Doctor Feller after the lack of results that have occurred from his HT. Regards Rod
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