Follicular Slippage

Thank you for your post Dr. Charles. I'm curious that you mentioned not exposing the grafted area to direct sunlight. Since I'm fair skinned, my HT doctor suggested that I consider a few sessions at a tanning salon to help mask the pinkness of my grafted area. While it is not direct sunlight, would you also recommend a tanning salon as a potential solution?

sigh . . . You and I are in the same boat Spock. I'm 7 weeks post-op and my recipient area looks just like yours. Sounds like we've got several more weeks before we see any changes.

Is it possible to determine/predict an individual's potential hair loss with any degree of certainty? Does hair loss eventually "stabilize" or reach a stopping point? I'm 41, Norwood 5A, and just had my first HT one month ago (1,650 grafts). I'm considering another HT to increase density. My concern is whether or not my hair loss has the potential of going from Norwood 5A to Norwood 7. (I'm assuming/hoping that I'm not since my HT doc didn't raise that scenario). The answer to this question will help me determine the viability of a second HT. If the Propecia, MSM, shampoos, etc. (which I've recently begun using) all do the trick and keep the hair loss from progressing, then I'd probably do one of the more aggressive, megasession HTs. If not, then . . . Any guidance that you can provide will be appreciated. Thank you.

Is it possible to determine/predict an individual's potential hair loss with any degree of certainty? Does hair loss eventually "stabilize" or reach a stopping point? I'm 41, Norwood 5A, and just had my first HT one month ago (1,650 grafts). I'm considering another HT to increase density. My concern is whether or not my hair loss has the potential of going from Norwood 5A to Norwood 7. (I'm assuming/hoping that I'm not since my HT doc didn't raise that scenario). The answer to this question will help me determine the viability of a second HT. If the Propecia, MSM, shampoos, etc. (which I've recently begun using) all do the trick and keep the hair loss from progressing, then I'd probably do one of the more aggressive, megasession HTs. If not, then . . . Any guidance that you can provide will be appreciated. Thank you.

I always thought that tipping was reserved for low-skill, low-paying, service-oriented professions (waiters, cab drivers, hair dressers, etc.). Since I consider them to be highly qualified, well-paid medical professionals, the thought would never have entered my mind. In my mind, it would seem equally unnecessary (and possibly offensive) to tip my dental assistant or my nurse. While I would not consider a monetary tip, I do like Borderline's idea of sending flowers. I think that would be a very appropriate way of expressing your appreciation for a job well done.

Wow - awesome results! I had never considered using any of those products that you mentioned because I didn't think they were any good. I'll obviously have to look into it. Couple of questions: 1. When you're applying Dermmatch, can it stain clothing? 2. After it drys, how does Dermmatch hold up in the rain? Sweating? I'm assuming it didn't discolor your date's fingers . . . Thanks for the info.

Thank you all for the insights. I'll probably be doing another HT and wanted to come up with a solution that might help me avoid the nausea and dizzyness that I experienced. Based on your collective advice, I plan to: * Have a BIG breakfast with a glass of OJ and NO coffee. * Drink lots of water. * Have another glass of OJ/fruit juice during the procedure. I' m hoping that this will do the trick and that it wasn't a reaction to the anesthetic as experienced by Wantitback. Thanks again.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>I get my Proscar from the CVS right up the street for about $36 for 10 pills. That equals up to 40 days. That's $108 for 90 days. -Robert Hi Jasper - In light of Robert's post on another thread from a few days ago, it would appear that your discounted price isn't all that competitive, particularly when you add the costs of the service charge and shipping. The other disadvantage is having to wait for the package to arrive from Saudi as opposed to simply going to a CVS drugstore and purchasing it immediately. Am I missing something?

I just recently started on Propecia and signed-up for home delivery; I receive a 3-month supply plus a bonus of 1 week for $165. How does that compare with everyone else?

I just recently started on Propecia and signed-up for home delivery; I receive a 3-month supply plus a bonus of 1 week for $165. How does that compare with everyone else?

I just discovered this Forum and wish I had found it earlier! I'm 41 and I did my first HT (1650 grafts) about 10 days ago. My question: Is it common to suddenly experience nausea and come close to losing consciousness during the HT? The morning of the HT, I had a bowl of oatmeal and some coffee. I was anxious/excited about finally getting this done. The procedure started mid-morning and aside from the discomfort of the injections, I felt like I was holding up well. The doctor had been removing the follicles from my donor area for several minutes when I felt this sudden wave of nausea come over me coupled with a spinning sensation that made me think I was going to pass out. I informed the doctor and he told me to immediately place my head below my knees with my arms by my sides and to breathe deeply. I was given cookies and Coke to eat while I remained in that position. Eventually, the nausea subsided and he was able to proceed. I was drenched in sweat and exhausted but the cookies and Coke seemed to help. He mentioned low blood sugar as a cause coupled with anxiety and the physical discomfort of the HT. According to one of the staff, this type of thing is common among first-time HT patients. I was wondering if it was caused by blood loss - I was sitting up during the entire procedure. Or perhaps it was psychosomatic; moments before I became nauseous, I was thinking that I was getting scalped (very active imagination)! Any insights on this topic would be appreciated. Thanks

I just discovered this Forum and wish I had found it earlier! I'm 41 and I did my first HT (1650 grafts) about 10 days ago. My question: Is it common to suddenly experience nausea and come close to losing consciousness during the HT? The morning of the HT, I had a bowl of oatmeal and some coffee. I was anxious/excited about finally getting this done. The procedure started mid-morning and aside from the discomfort of the injections, I felt like I was holding up well. The doctor had been removing the follicles from my donor area for several minutes when I felt this sudden wave of nausea come over me coupled with a spinning sensation that made me think I was going to pass out. I informed the doctor and he told me to immediately place my head below my knees with my arms by my sides and to breathe deeply. I was given cookies and Coke to eat while I remained in that position. Eventually, the nausea subsided and he was able to proceed. I was drenched in sweat and exhausted but the cookies and Coke seemed to help. He mentioned low blood sugar as a cause coupled with anxiety and the physical discomfort of the HT. According to one of the staff, this type of thing is common among first-time HT patients. I was wondering if it was caused by blood loss - I was sitting up during the entire procedure. Or perhaps it was psychosomatic; moments before I became nauseous, I was thinking that I was getting scalped (very active imagination)! Any insights on this topic would be appreciated. Thanks