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I have just completed my HT FUE with Doc Carlos Wesley . I will have pics up soon but over 1500 grafts were implanted. I was amazed at how professional the staff were and the level of comfort I felt from the moment I walked in the door for consult until the completion of my HT. Feel free to contact me with any questions. I also have CVG on scalp which made for interesting case

I just created a post on this. I have had CVG for many years. I believe it is attributed to some hormonal imbalance. Many of the people I have met with it have used Anabloc Steroids in the past including myself. I do not believe anabolic steroid are a direct effect on CVG but again some type of hormonal imbalance. I am currently thinning on top and I have consulted with a HT doc on this site and was not taken very seriously. I would like feedback from a HT Doc on their thoughts and possibly a plan off attack. Currently our only options for CVG at the moment are scalp reduction. Please read my post below http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/160829-cutis-verticis-gyrata-need-hair-transplant-doc.html

Not sure about the blood flow. Again my feeling is the hair in the furrows only looks thicker because the hairs follicles are squeezed together.More of an optical illusion. If there was a way to stretch it out, I feel all the hair would look even and consistent . I have read some posts on stress causing it, to over abundant growth hormone levels due to pituitary gland, to wearing a cap too tightly. I have read we are 1 in 100,000. Like you said. I see more and more people with it Here is the info I usually find Cutis verticis gyrata (CVG) is a superficial medical condition usually associated with thickening of the scalp. The condition was first described by Alibert in 1837 Sufferers show visible folds, ridges or creases on the surface of the top of the scalp. The number of folds can vary from 2 to roughly 10 and are typically soft and spongy. These folds cannot be corrected with pressure. The condition typically affects the central and rear regions of the scalp, but can sometimes can involve the entire scalp. Hair loss can occur over time, where the scalp thickens, though hair within any furrows remains normal. Thus far, due to the (apparent) rarity of the condition, limited research exists and causes are as yet undetermined. What is known, is that the condition is not exclusively congenital. Classifications CVG is classified according to the presence, or lack of, underlying cause. Many studies seem to show that CVG occurs in individuals in a secondary form to other ailments. However, the condition can also be present on its own. The classifications are: *Primary*Primary essential*Primary non essential*Secondary Primary CVG is where the cause of the condition in unknown.Primary essential CVG has no other associated abnormalities. This occurs mainly in men, with a male:female ratio of 5 or 6:1, and develops during or soon after puberty. Because of the slow progression of the condition, which usually occurs without symptom, it often passes unnoticed in the early stage Primary non essential CVG can be associated with neuropsychiatric disorders including cerebral palsy, epilepsy, seizures and ophthalmologic abnormalities, most commonly cataracts. Secondary CVG occurs as a consequence of a number of diseases that produce changes in scalp structure. (These conditions include: Acromegaly (excessive growth hormone, due to pituitary gland tumour),Melanocytic naevi (moles), Birthmarks (including Connective tissue naevi, fibromas and naevus lipomatosus), Inflammatory processes (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, Darier disease, folliculitis, impetigo, atopic dermatitis, acne

My hair has definitely hung around longer than that of my older two brothers and father. Propecia was a big big help. I agree, with the hairs on (high parts) does get thinner quicker. I am consulting with another HT Doc this week. I know if I let hair grow it will cover most of CVG but its hard on MY eyes most of the time. The hairs grow in all sorts of directions. Please send me your pics as i am curious of scalp. Are you thinking of getting HT

I think the hair deep inside the ridges( the furrows) only appears to be thicker since the hair continues to grow inside of them. I think the balding around the area is typical of my familys. I have used anabolic steroids in the past I have found that there seems to be some correlation to anabolic misuse and CVG. I am looking in a HT but need a doc who has a treatment plan that will work for CVG. When I grow hair longer it hides nicely. Have you used anabolics in the past or any type of hormone treaments? Have you consulted with any HT docs?

I thought i would start this thread bc I think this condition is still new to many who have it and also hair transplant docs who might encounter it with their patients. I am 32 year old male who has had thinning class 3 currently (i think) I have been using Propecia and Rogaine for the last 10 years and have definitely slowed my loss greatly!! Over the last 12 years or so i have noticed the ridges or folds on the top of my scalp . After some internet research i found the non-life threatening condition is called CVG or Cutis Verticis Gyrata. Link to Medscape: Medscape Access . These ridges have been more prominent as I have gotten older. The hair inside the ridges is relatively thicker compared to the hairs around them. My first Visit was to Dr Feller. He immediately looked at me and to my surprise told me I looked fine and did not need a HT. I was very gracious for his honesty and that he did not just want my money. I was however discouraged after trying to explain my condition. He cut me off before I had a chance to explain CVG from what I remembered. I would like to revisit a consolation to a HT Doc who will take me seriously. My hair loss has continued and I keep my cut short but the CVG shows. I would like to keep my hair longer but need a stronger hairline. If there are any HT Docs on this site who might be interested in this condition, I would like to hear your thoughts and opinions. I would also like others with this condition to share their stories. Also if you have had a HT with CVG, please send me your pics. I would like to hear from a HT doc and their thought on what might be needed for at this point i am ready to move forward with whatever options i might have within my budget. And Dr Feller, if you read this, i still say you rock,, but i want some more hair........... To anyone with CVG,,,,lol, you are not alone........

I have canceled appoint with MHR and have re-scheduled with Dr Feller as suggested. Thank you for your comments, as i know my hair lose is nothing to probably cry about but i would not be here if it did not bother me. Thanks for your honesty

I am 29 and have been losing Hair since 22. I started Propecia and Rogaine at 24 and have def. slowed down thinning and lose. I have recently had consultation from MHR (Medical Hair Restoration, and am going to go have procedure with Dr Anthony Mullura in NYC. I was told I would need 1000 Graphs but after reading some post 1000 does not look to be enough and a waste of money. I also have minor CVG (Cutis Verticis Gyrata) which is a rare disorder on scalp causing ridges which makes my hair look thinner. I am going to put graphs on front of hair where hair line is now and lower receding hairline. I would love some honest opinions on how many graph it looks like i might need. I will try to add more than one picture but not sure how to do that yet. Also if anyone had any resources on CVG, could you please point me in the right direction? Thanks!

I am 29 and have been losing Hair since 22. I started Propecia and Rogaine at 24 and have def. slowed down thinning and lose. I have recently had consultation from MHR (Medical Hair Restoration, and am going to go have procedure with Dr Anthony Mullura in NYC. I was told I would need 1000 Graphs but after reading some post 1000 does not look to be enough and a waste of money. I also have minor CVG (Cutis Verticis Gyrata) which is a rare disorder on scalp causing ridges which makes my hair look thinner. I am going to put graphs on front of hair where hair line is now and lower receding hairline. I would love some honest opnions on how many graph it looks like i need. I will try to add more than one picture but not sure how to do that yet. Also if anyone had any resources on CVG, could you please point me in some direction? Thanks!