Regular Member The Englishman Posted September 4, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted September 4, 2008 Hello, This is my first post on this forum and I'd firstly like to say what an amazing treasure trove of information and opinion there is to be found here. Thanks to one and all for taking to time to add to this site and provide me with so much information that only 2 days ago I didn't realise existed... A bit about me.... I'm 29 years old but have been slowly and painfully losing my hair since I was 17 years old. It's been slow and torturous. Like a tap slowly dripping in my mind. I suppose I've been in denial for quite some time. I didn't realise there were so many other people that felt the same way I do.. Anyway, a few weeks ago while on Holiday in Costa Rica I did something I have been building up for for years...I shaved my head grade 1 all over. It actually was a great moment. I felt liberated and immediately went to swim and frolic in the sea (something I haven't done since I was a teenager)...As the holiday went on I believed that I felt comfortable with my new style and noticed my confidence returning. However... A few days before I was due to fly home I started feeling really uncomfortable, I realised that soon I would have to face the music and start seeing my family and friends with my new short haircut. Suddely I didn't like it so much anymore. The bald area is growing and quite noticable as you can see from my pictures... I had some time to reflect and have come to realise that nearly every decesion I have made over the last 5 or 6 years has been largely based on my hair...I wouldn't go to certain social situations if it was inappropriate to wear a hat, I couldnt swim in public, I would only choose jobs that allowed me to wear a hat or work alone...My whole life has been guided during what should be the best years of my life by this horrible insecurity...It seems that quite a few on here are the same. It's good to know we are all not alone anyway... My personality has changed too. I have become quite subdued and moody. I never used to be that way. i know it seems sad but I feel if I had my hair and confidence back my life would turn around dramatically. My life isn't bad, I just don't live it to the full because I am ashamed of having a balding head...friends I have known for years no longer look at my eyes when we talk, I notice there eyes straying to my hairline. Most of them are tactful but others not. Because they have no hairloss themselves I don't think they really understand how it feels... There is nothing worse than spending ages trying to hide your baldness and then as soon as you arrive at the pub someone says "God, your hairs getting thin mate!"...Soul destroying. I started browsing the internet originally to read about the psychology of baldness as a way to come to terms with it and then I discovered this site...I feel maybe there is a little light somewhere at the end of the tunnel.. I would love to hear some peoples opinions on my photos and any suggested courses of action people might have.... From what I have read so far it seems that the best way forward is to start on proscar to stabalise hairloss while researching other potential treatments in the meantime...I have just a few questions... 1) Can anyone reccommend a good place to obtain proscar in the UK. Is it best to see the doc or just order on line 2) Will proscar initially accelerate my hairloss? 3) Do you think I might be a suitable candidate for a HT. Taking into consideration my age, current state of loss and donor area.. 4) will nanogen work on quite fine hair like mine ( i do have lots of small light hairs in my balding areas that can't be seen in the photos) Right. Thats my first post...Thankyou for taking the time to read and help. I really appreciate having people who undertand and care about this terrible situation we are in. (Please find my pictures in the 'hair restoration pictures posted by patients' thread under title opinion shots Posted unwittingly in wrong place) Thanks The Englishman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member The Englishman Posted September 4, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 4, 2008 Hello, This is my first post on this forum and I'd firstly like to say what an amazing treasure trove of information and opinion there is to be found here. Thanks to one and all for taking to time to add to this site and provide me with so much information that only 2 days ago I didn't realise existed... A bit about me.... I'm 29 years old but have been slowly and painfully losing my hair since I was 17 years old. It's been slow and torturous. Like a tap slowly dripping in my mind. I suppose I've been in denial for quite some time. I didn't realise there were so many other people that felt the same way I do.. Anyway, a few weeks ago while on Holiday in Costa Rica I did something I have been building up for for years...I shaved my head grade 1 all over. It actually was a great moment. I felt liberated and immediately went to swim and frolic in the sea (something I haven't done since I was a teenager)...As the holiday went on I believed that I felt comfortable with my new style and noticed my confidence returning. However... A few days before I was due to fly home I started feeling really uncomfortable, I realised that soon I would have to face the music and start seeing my family and friends with my new short haircut. Suddely I didn't like it so much anymore. The bald area is growing and quite noticable as you can see from my pictures... I had some time to reflect and have come to realise that nearly every decesion I have made over the last 5 or 6 years has been largely based on my hair...I wouldn't go to certain social situations if it was inappropriate to wear a hat, I couldnt swim in public, I would only choose jobs that allowed me to wear a hat or work alone...My whole life has been guided during what should be the best years of my life by this horrible insecurity...It seems that quite a few on here are the same. It's good to know we are all not alone anyway... My personality has changed too. I have become quite subdued and moody. I never used to be that way. i know it seems sad but I feel if I had my hair and confidence back my life would turn around dramatically. My life isn't bad, I just don't live it to the full because I am ashamed of having a balding head...friends I have known for years no longer look at my eyes when we talk, I notice there eyes straying to my hairline. Most of them are tactful but others not. Because they have no hairloss themselves I don't think they really understand how it feels... There is nothing worse than spending ages trying to hide your baldness and then as soon as you arrive at the pub someone says "God, your hairs getting thin mate!"...Soul destroying. I started browsing the internet originally to read about the psychology of baldness as a way to come to terms with it and then I discovered this site...I feel maybe there is a little light somewhere at the end of the tunnel.. I would love to hear some peoples opinions on my photos and any suggested courses of action people might have.... From what I have read so far it seems that the best way forward is to start on proscar to stabalise hairloss while researching other potential treatments in the meantime...I have just a few questions... 1) Can anyone reccommend a good place to obtain proscar in the UK. Is it best to see the doc or just order on line 2) Will proscar initially accelerate my hairloss? 3) Do you think I might be a suitable candidate for a HT. Taking into consideration my age, current state of loss and donor area.. 4) will nanogen work on quite fine hair like mine ( i do have lots of small light hairs in my balding areas that can't be seen in the photos) Right. Thats my first post...Thankyou for taking the time to read and help. I really appreciate having people who undertand and care about this terrible situation we are in. (Please find my pictures in the 'hair restoration pictures posted by patients' thread under title opinion shots Posted unwittingly in wrong place) Thanks The Englishman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member balody Posted September 4, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted September 4, 2008 hi,posted on your other thread. 2381 fut Dr Bessam Farjo 2201 fut Dr Bessam Farjo 2000+ fut Dr Bessam Farjo My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Bessam Farjo challenge the unchallenged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member richie48 Posted September 4, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted September 4, 2008 Hey fellow englishman Spex is right with the infomation he has given you , contact Dr Ascroft his details are on spex's site , it costs ??80 for 15 months supply , Me and my brother both use it and it has recently come down in price I'm from the UK and after 18 months of research I went to see Dr Feller in New York for 2100 crown grafts . Please feel free to check out my weblog , located at the top left of my post and here is a link to my 10 month update http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/showthread.php?t=153277 you have taken one of the biggest steps already bud , hopefully you will continue to research , that is a big big must , research research research !!! also her is a link to my med only results , before my HT , check it out , my results are awsome bud hahaha and shows realistically what can be achieved with a combination of meds and then a top HT . http://stophairlossnow.ipbhost.com/index.php?showtopic=3972 TOP RESEARCH = TOP DOC = TOP RESULTS it really is that simple . Hope that helps and good luck richie 2100 crown grafts Dr Feller nov 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member The Englishman Posted September 5, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 5, 2008 Thanks very much for the speedy responses! Spex, I tried calling your doc to get hold of some meds but no-one answered the phone.... Maybe it's his day off! I'll try again on Monday. Hopefully 2 more days won't make much difference! Nice hair richie48! I imagine with a bit of wax or something it would look even thicker! Balody and Fallen star, Thanks for the responses. I have checked out your weblogs respectively and am Impressed with your results... I have been checking out some of the Coalition doctors results and have been impressed by a few of the North American surgeons work. In particular Dr Feller and Drs Hasson and Wong. I sent an online consultation and am awaiting initial responses from them along as a few other Docs closer to home who also have impressive results... I think I'd like to head out of the country for a few weeks when I have it done. I suppose though the most important thing is to go with who I know is right for me... Spex, do you liase with English guys in person to give advice etc? I live about an hour and 15 mins from London... I'm sure I'll be asking plenty more question soon...Until then.... The Englishman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member balody Posted September 5, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted September 5, 2008 no problem and thankyou 2381 fut Dr Bessam Farjo 2201 fut Dr Bessam Farjo 2000+ fut Dr Bessam Farjo My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Bessam Farjo challenge the unchallenged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Fallenstar Posted September 5, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted September 5, 2008 good luck, Englishman, both Doc's u have chosen have a great record. i think in the end as long as go with one the coalition Doc, u have to go with ur gut feeling to some extent. but as u r still quite young, research and ask as many questions as u like, u will get a good honest responses on this forum. we have been in ur position and know how important this desciscion is. best of luck 'n all FS My Hair Loss Weblog - Hair Transplant with Dr. Bessam Farjo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Tubs Posted September 5, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted September 5, 2008 Hi Englishman Reading your intro. reminds me of how I felt when I first found the forums - as you only found them a few days ago, keep researching and don't rush into anything, it is a big, big decision but the HT process is made easier by feeling confident that you really understand the process and have realistic expectations. I see you live an hour from London - I live on the border of Surrey /Sussex, I am one month out from my HT, if you want to see someone in the early stages feel free to PM - My "story" to date is on this LINK . I will be updating with my one month pics. over the weekend. I contacted Spex prior to my HT, he has a wealth of knowledge and is well worth contacting whatever clinic you choose (he made no attempt to sell Dr Feller when I contacted him). Best Wishes and keep reading! Tubs ======================= 3,500 grafts - Dr Feller - 08/08/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member The Englishman Posted September 6, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 6, 2008 Thanks Tubs and Spex. Spex, I rang the doc a number of times and the phone just rang off. There was no answer phone to leave a message on.. I will try again on Monday. I have sent of an online consultation to Dr Feller but am happy to wait until his people get around to dealing with it..I will need a few months to work out finances and research (thats if I even decide to take this course) Maybe I can meet up with you sometime a little further down the road... Tubs, I'm not in a massive hurry to have a transplant done and will take my time sifting through the information available here...I would very much appreciate meeting up at some stage to see how your ht is coming along and talk to someone who has actually gone through the process. I live in Hampshire so not to far from you I imagine..Good luck with your grwoing and looking forward to seeing some updated pictures. Right. I'm gonna try and forget about my hair for while and watch the footy...Not sure which is more depressing. Cheers The Englishman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Tubs Posted September 6, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted September 6, 2008 Englishman - Very good line of thinking - it is a decision you have to live with and deserves to be approached as such. Keep asking questions, an open mind and lots of research is the key, I would definitely pursue the medication route and see if they stabilise / improve your current position. Good Luck!! Tubs ======================= 3,500 grafts - Dr Feller - 08/08/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member wylie Posted September 6, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted September 6, 2008 Englishman, good to hear someone else has discovered the vacation paradise of Costa Rica. A great country to relax in. I hope you solve your dilemma with your feelings about your hairloss, surgery is one of the ways to do that but use all the information on the doctors you read about here, send out lots of pictures for consults and makes lots of phone calls. Dont get discouraged and dont choose someone based on how nice the front staff is but solely on: 1) The proven results of the doctor you are considering 2) The plan formulated by your surgeon for the work you want done takes into consideration both future hairloss and future work necessary to compliment whatever procedure you may decide upon. Good luck and happy hunting, may your future be a hairy one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member DocGMarcovici Posted September 6, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted September 6, 2008 Sounds like you need help with a prognosis rather than a diagnosis. Since I spent the better part of ten years mapping out surgical hair restoration plans, I can probably offer a useful thought or two. If you like, send me your photos. I'll give you my honest opinion. Geno Marcovici, Ph.D. Chief Scientific Officer HairGenesis?„? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member The Englishman Posted September 9, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 9, 2008 Thanks guys for the posts. Doc, I will send my photos soon. CanI send them in a private message? Spex, I got hold of the Dr Ashcroft today and had a chat with him. He was most helpful. Thanks very much for the recommendation mate. I'll keep you updated on my prgress! Cheers The Englsihman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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