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Hey guys, I had my donor scar excised and revised by a reputable surgeon. He used staples to close the wound and will remove them on the 10th day. I asked him about working out post-op and he said he is not to strict on it as long as I wait about two weeks after surgery, and just to refrain from heavy lifting. I just wanted to get some thoughts from you guys if you have any recommendations or suggestions. I love working out and its very important to me.

thanks guys, i used dermmatch and love it so far. it is tricky with how damp to use the applicator. i dont want to bother with toppik or nano, i feel like if somebody ran there fingers through my head stuff would come off. with dermmatch i feel more safe. however, the scar does not look any better with dermmatch unfortunately.

nobody else?

Another question I have is that is it possible to achieve a look at isn't COMPLETELY full of hair? I think it would be unrealistic to go from severely thinning to completely full. Can you achieve a middle ground with dermmatch?

this is what i was thinking. should i apply it dry or wet? blow dry or air dry?

how come? i have read it comes off easily.

Dermatch vs. Nanogen vs. Toppik? I have heard great things about dermatch. Is it the best one? Short hair being about a 2-guard. I will grow it out longer but right now it is at a 2-guard. My hair is pitch black and skin is tan. What should i use?

Hey guys, is there a product that you can use to disguise the HT scar if you keep a close shaved head? I will get SMP but can't afford it yet. I am looking for a stopgap solution just to hide the pinkess. I have heard using some womens makeup products?

what is the best way to take pictures? indoor or outdoor? flash or no flash? i want to start taking pictures but i feel like there is a drastic change depending on settings. what is a fair setting to monitor progress?

Are these months considered the "golden months" as far as noticing the greatest cosmetic difference? Is this generally the case? I feel like by month 6 most cases can generally be deemed a success or a failure. Not that the 6 month mark is the final result, but at that point you sort of know if you will be satisfied with the result. Months 3-5 are generally considered the tip of the iceberg? Is this correct?

Hey guys, It has been 4.5 months since the procedure. I am hoping if I grow the sides out long enough that eventually the weight of the hair will force it to straighten out.

Anyone have this issue? The hair above the donor scar seems to lay sideways, or at an angle. Instead of just dropping straight down over the scar. Is there any way to remedy this?

Got a reply from Dr. Rassman, informed me that the minimum wait is six months. I am guessing because it is basically a procedure that requires 2-3 touchups anyways, so no real danger in getting first procedure done 6 months post-op. Just my 2 cents.

How long post-op should you wait for SMP into the scar? I know common answers would indicate a year, but I wonder if anyone has heard from a doctor. I have sent a query into Dr. Rassman but he has yet to respond.

I will get FUE into the scar down the road, but I think SMP is a good stopgap solution. My only worry is the redness doesn't seem to be getting any better. I am using Rogaine, does that have anything to do with it?