Traction

Hi, I have CVG and traction alopecia. Due to the CVG, I have decided against the strip procedure. This is to limit any pain or tightness afterwards. I have consulted with Dr Bhatti and I have been happy with his professionalism of answering my questions. I would need 3000-3500 grafts. I am 30 years old, with the level of traction alopecia being consistent for 15 years. I am looking to rebuild the sides and create a hairline.

A dermatologist told me I'm in the unforunate position that the CVG is not severe. But it still causes distress, in that I am unable to shave my head. I do not have any hairloss in the crown. I was considering strip, but I don't want to mess with my scalp and the bumps. I do have migranes, but neurologist has said this is not related...only a physical was done and no scans. So I'm considering FUE to fill in the front and sides, if there isnt a viable option to reduce the cvg, to the point where I can shave my head.

This is a tricky one. Everyone thinks the grass is greener on the other side, but it isn't. Just have to play the hand you're dealt and make the most of the situation.

I've found this article, Treating Cutis Verticis Gyrata Using Skin Expansion Method Abstract The objective of this study was to evaluate the feasibility and clinical effect of repairing scalp defect after the excision of cutis verticis gyrata using expanded scalp skin flaps. For this purpose, 8 patients with cutis verticis gyrata were subjected to scalp skin expander implantation under the skin. After saline injection and scalp expansion for 2–3 months, the cutis verticis gyrata was excised and the expanded scalp flaps were applied to recover the skin defect. As a result, the flaps and hair grew well without contractures and significant scarring, suggesting that this method is useful for surgical correction of cutis verticis gyrata." SpringerLink - Cell Biochemistry and Biophysics, Online First

Also, Spanker I can't send you a pm? I want to give you my email so I can keep in touch with any developments.

Hey there, I suffer from CVG too. The dermatologists I've been too, have been clueless about it...and printed off information for me to read...which was the same info I found! Has there been any progress into treatments of it? As its causing alot of stress.