Gibraltar

Sorry, I'll try to clarify. I was scheduled for consecutive day surgeries; the surgery was divided into two days.

It must be psychological, but I do feel better after taking the antibiotics - thanks for asking. The tension in the donor area on the sides of my head is pretty intense. I may have to resume taking Tylenol to address the discomfort. I had a two day, 3600 graft procedure. I had consultations at a few clinics; the doctors indicated that they would be able to harvest between 3500 to 4000 grafts based on the laxity of my donor area. I went with the doctor I felt most comfortable with. I previously had two procedures done at Bosley (1200 in 1999 and 1600 in 2001). I learned my lesson and did not return as I was not entirely happy with the results. I thought I finish off my donor supply at a respected clinic, but I hope that I don't regret my decision.

Thanks, Pat. You run a great site. I just started on the antibiotics and will apply the Aloe Vera gel once I get home. I trust the gel will cool down the warm sensation I'm feeling in the infected/inflamed. I had stitches and while my donor area feels awfully tight, I trust the laxity will return in the coming weeks. I'll keep you guys posted. Gibraltar

Thanks for your concern BSpot. Unfortunately I'd have to get on a plane to meet with the doctor. After reviewing the photos of the side of my head, the doctor prescribed antibiotics to counter the infection/inflammation. The institute also confirmed my fear that there is a 10% chance the lost hair in the donor area might not grow back; I won't find out until the 9-12 month mark. Needless to say, I'm a bit bummed.

Thanks, Spex: Your response eased my nerves a bit. I've got it bad on both sides of my head - attached is a shot of the left side of my head. It feels like I'm stretching the respected donor areas when I make any sort of facial expression. I wonder if this also might have something to do with the severe loss. I can't explain the redness (tenderness), however. To the touch, the area feels like a second degree burn. Unfortunately I had to stop using Minox as I suffered from every side effect on listed on the label. What is "MSM"? Thanks again. Gibraltar

Hello, Jay T: I'm curious to find out if you've noticed any hair re-growth on the bare patch on your donor area since your last posting. I myself am experiencing some major/severe shock loss on both sides of my head. I'm only four weeks post-op and fear that the doctor may have taken too much from my donor supply thereby stretching/damaging the area. I've attached a photo of my scar and wanted to get your thoughts on how similar it is to your situation. Thanks in advance. Gibraltar

It looks horrible; however, it doesn't itch at all. Still waiting to hear back from the doctor, who by the way comes highly recommended on this forum. I trust I'll hear from the doctor soon, but wanted to get the thoughts of those who experienced similar shock loss.

Dear Fellow Hair Loss Comrades: I need your expert advice on my current situation. I'm four weeks post-op (3600 grafts) and have recently noticed that I am experiencing excessive shock loss in the donor area (photos attached). I suppose that it can be classified as severe; however, I fear that I might be the rare case in which the hair in the donor area does not grow back. I know it's a bit early but the bare skin appears to resemble a terrible burn. Am I being paranoid or should I be concerned?

Dear Fellow Hair Loss Comrades: I need your expert advice on my current situation. I'm four weeks post-op (3600 grafts) and have recently noticed that I am experiencing excessive shock loss in the donor area (photos attached). I suppose that it can be classified as severe; however, I fear that I might be the rare case in which the hair in the donor area does not grow back. I know it's a bit early but the bare skin appears to resemble a terrible burn. Am I being paranoid or should I be concerned?

Hey Maki8787, Did the hair around your donor scar ever come back? Just curious as I am experiencing some major shock loss on/around the donor scar. Gibraltar

Congratulations for getting through the Bosley experience unscathed. Aside from a relatively high donor scar and some careless graft placement, I too should be okay in the long run. Unfortunately it appears I have maxed out at a total of 6600 grafts; I'll just have to wait until hair cloning advances to the next level.

Thanks again for the guidance. I'm on Propecia; however, had to stop using Rogain/Minox because of the side of effects (weight gain, shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, etc.).

I'm embarrassed to admit that I was using "Bosely's Volumizing Dandruff Shampoo." I had my first two procedures done at Bosley, but went with another, more reputable doctor (credit goes to this website). Bosley's shampoo is actually pretty good stuff. This morning was the first time I applied light water pressure on my grafts since the procedure. Before this morning I was still using a cup to wet and rinse my hair. Save a few, my scabs have yet to fall off as I'm a bit concerned of applying to much pressure on the top of my head. Speaking of which, when the graft hairs do fall out, I assume they will include the root/bulb/end of the hair?

I'm two weeks post-op and thought I was doing fine until I began to psych myself out. I recently inquired (from the doctor's office) when I can start to apply water pressure from my shower head on the graft site area. I also inquired whether there was any particular shampoo the institute recommended. Aside from recommending a salon style shampoo, the institute suggested I not use dandruff shampoo for another month. Unfortunately dandruff shampoo is the only type of shampoo that I've been using since the procedure. Perhaps my stress is unwarranted; however, can anyone provide me with any insight/expertise as what harm I may have exposed my grafts to by using "dandruff shampoo"? Unfortunately shampoo types were not provided in the post-op instruction do's & don'ts.