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Thanks again, all. My hair isn't falling out at the most rapid of rates. This is over the course of the last 5-6 years or so. I suppose I will have to consider taking finasteride again... I do have about 140 of them left. I've read a lot about finasteride and rogaine causing shedding. Is this anything to really worry about?

Appreciate that, and that's where I'm torn. Hope to hear back from the others on their opinion, too.

Thank you for your reply! Did you thicken the density of your existing hair or simply refortify the areas that had receded? Are you satisfied with the results or do you think you should have waited longer? Thank you! How long ago did you do this? Since Hasson and Wong denied me, I'm very hesitant at this point... are you satisfied with the results or do you wish you waited longer?

Yeah, I expected that as well. I'm not on Propecia. I tried it before but was on other medication for part of the time. I'm almost positive that it was the Propecia that caused it; but, my libido was shot for the entire time I was on it. If I don't "want" to have sex, it kinda defeats the purpose of the medication. I'm VERY torn at this point now, though. I just received an email from Hasson and Wong whom I emailed my information and form to a few days ago, and they actually denied me of a transplant saying although they saw a bit of thinning in the crown and behind the hairline it doesn't justify a surgery. But... why would Rahal classify me as a NW2 and say that I'm a candidate? He also isn't going to talk to me until the day of surgery, apparently... because I asked if I could speak to him beforehand to get a better understanding of the process and my candidacy. I don't know what to do. I'd love nothing more than to have this off of my mind and have confidence that my hairline doesn't look bad. I've been on the fence about it for the last two-three years and finally jumped on it since I have the money. I need to process payment by tomorrow if I'm going to do it.

This may give a bit better of a view on the recession...

I've definitely thought about this for the last two years or so as I've watched my hairline recede further. While I'm aware that I'll have to do additional procedures in the future for further recession, etc. I'm not a person who lacks confidence, typically... but I seriously hate the fact that I've lost a lot of my hairline. Considering I'm not planning on impacting my native hair, that should alleviate most of the concerns, right? What else do you feel is a call for warning? Lastly... From what I've read, Dr Rahal seems pretty reputable in terms of doing procedures on patients that would be good recipients as to avoid complications and such. I'm not naive by any means in realization that it's business and his end-motive is money... But... He did approve moving forward and placed me on the NW2 scale. I suppose that's where his reputation could come into play? Thank you for your advice.

Very helpful, thanks! Most people are used to my hair looking intentionally jacked up, so styling etc I can do what it takes. According to Rahal's assessment, I can do either. FUE is double the cost, but other than that I haven't evaluated. Isn't everyone able to choose either FUT or FUE, though? I've done some research, but opinions are valued. Cost isn't a decider - I just want quality and discretion. It will be 1500 grafts. Thanks again!

Hi all, Finally made an account and had to ask this, as I have an appointment with Dr. Rahal a couple months from now... Super Nervous!! Asides from that, a quick question... I am having the procedure done 8 days before I begin classes at my university - at which I have a reputation that I have to uphold for political purposes (not to be vain... but why are we all here, right? ). I don't receive tons of face-time with my class, by any means; but, I will have interactions with several important people as well as go through interviews a couple weeks after. My hairline looks like below. I am leveling the hairline at it's current base as that's where it was when I was younger. I'm not having any existing follicles or hair altered or reinforced as it has not lost much (if any) density and I don't want to risk any shock. How hard will it be to conceal the fact that work was done with my hair behind it? I mean, I cover the recession right now with my hairstyle (also posted), but will it be harder or any different? I'm just not sure how noticeable it will be. Lastly... Did I choose a good doctor for my situation? Any confidence instilled is most appreciated. Thank you!!