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You're looking good dude??¦. though I do agree with Ron that the spiked look was killer. Screw looking professional??¦. You can always get another job??¦.a 6'5' male model maybe?

You look like a different dude.... congratulations. One of the most impressive 6 month updates I've seen so far. I'll look forward to your subsequent updates.

Very nice, even under the harshness of sunlight. Your hair looks very natural.

Mick, Ron and Petchski: Thanks for the positive comments guys ??“ I'm keeping my fingers crossed though not much has changed since my last post. I've updated my blog with 6 month pictures. I'm going to grow my hair out to see if it helps with density. As always, your thoughts and comments are always appreciated.

Just updated my weblog with my five month pics. Your views are always welcome (nay, encouraged)

Damn Bobman, just saw your weblog. Outstanding results and a remarkable transformation (and not just your hair). Way to inspire!!!

Excellent work; you must be thrilled to say the least. Enjoy you new full head of hair and hope to see your 6, 7 and 8 month crown pics.

The implanting of artificial fibers has been banned in the United States since 1984. Though this is fascinating stuff though, the risk seems very real. Various online resources place the failure rate between 11% to 20% over 2 years. I wonder how that would compare to HTs success rate overall? I realize its apples and oranges, but still would be interesting to see some metrics on overall patient satisfaction from an HT.

Hi Guys: It's been a while since I've posted or updated my weblog so I thought I would do both today. I've been lurking silently in the shadows and regularly viewing the posts and results. I've seen some spectacular results in the past couple of months and am thrilled for the posters/bloggers seeing them. Congratulations guys!!! I'm at the four month mark; the worst is over. I think I can safely say that I'm out of the doldrums and have entered my growth phase. It's a slow process, but patience is a new virtue in my arsenal (sometimes). I'm looking forward to the coming months and hope to see some of the bare patches fill in (which is a current concern). Also, has anyone experienced thinning at the crown after an HT? Your feedback on the two and four month pictures is always appreciated. Let me know if you see any areas of concern (with my OCD, it's easy to set me off)

Hi OM: Congratulations on getting the procedure done. now all you have to do is wait to see the results . You seem to have done your homework well on the different options and research going on, but as thanatopsis mentioned, 10K is a solid amount and should be more than enough to give you decent coverage. On the 'current' research going on, don't hold your breath; I've been reading the same research for nearly 5 -6 years now and there has been minimal progress. Also, don't waste your money on a laser comb. I remember reading a fairly comprehensive thread on the benefits (or quackery) of laser combs and laser therapy on this forum - I think it will help you in making an informed decision. Who was your HT doc? Also, any reason you decided to go with only 2600 grafts?

buba: Congratulations! You'll be healing in no time. Keep us posted with your progress..

I'm feeling ok so far; no physical discomfort. I'm bummed about the shock loss and can't wait to hit the 5 month mark. On the Rogaine, I just think it was too soon and too close to the scabs falling off. I'm applying it twice a day since the three week mark and it's been fine.

Thanks Dabuski! I did switch from dutasteride to proscar. Dutasteride is not for everyone, and about 18 months in, I started to see a noticable difference in my sex drive. I consulted a urologist and he suggested I go off dutasteride for a few months (half life is 14 days with dutasteride). I did and the difference was day and night. I've been on proscar ever since and have not had any issues with it. It's an icky subject, but young men (I was 25 at the time) need to know that these drugs can affect your hormonal equilibrium. I mean hair is great and I'll go to great lengths to keep it on my head, but I'd rather be 100% bald than forego my sex life.

Wantego, Wow! The difference in your appearance is HUGE! Its only been 6 months and you look like you never experienced any hair loss to begin with. I'm blown away by your results and can only hope that my 6 month results are close to yours in terms of thickness, fullness and coverage. And theres more thickening to come....very inspiring.

Well, I'm at the 1 month mark (30 days) and I've updated my weblog with new pictures. I've lost all my grafts and I'm seeing considerable shock loss in the recipient area. I'm seeing some loss in my crown (which was untouched) and wanted to know if that was normal or expected? I've got pimples on my forehead and some on my recipient area, but I'll live. Time just can't fly by fast enough. I wonder how far they've come with cryogenics