13 Weeks out, 2700 grafts in frontal scalp, Dr. Alexander

[Speegs]

Hi all,

EDIT: PICTURES BELOW, first two of one week post op, next three are of 13 weeks post op.

Will post pics shortly of the procedure i had with Dr. Scott Alexander back on 8/13/2010, here we are at 13 weeks post op and the best description in lieu of the coming photos is that my grafts look like they did immediately post op, a frontal scalp full of protruding short hairs, though of lesser diameter, emerging from the scalp and forming a good face framing hairline and enough density to add hair color to the recipient area.

 

So first impressions, does it sound like I'm on track? I'll have photos up soon, have to downsize them for upload.

 

can't tell if all 2700 have begun to grow, density quality won't be known for months i suppose but the hairline is flourishing.

 

Do I sound as though I'm headed for a good restoration? A head of schedule or behind you think? I ask because I shed real quick, by the end of day three and four I was shedding scabs and hairs after surgery.

Edited November 17, 2010 by Speegs

[Blake Bloxham]

Speegs,

 

Although you're still very early and it's hard to tell at this point, growth at around the 3rd month mark (where I believe you stated you were) is a good thing! Sounds like you're moving along nicely. Keep us updated!

[Speegs]

Please give me opinions of progress, I need some reassurance.

[TakingThePlunge]

Speegs,

 

Like Blake said, it's a little early in the process to make any projections. Based on the photos you've posted I think everything looks perfectly normal and the fact that you are seeing growth already is great!

 

All the grafts will not sprout at the same time but will slowly fill in over the next few months.

 

I know it's tough but hang in there. Dr. Alexander does fantastic work and I'm thrilled with how natural my hairline looks. I'm sure yours will be great too!

 

All the best,

[Sparky]

No worries m8, you look like you have early growth to me. I don't think you will have any problems, this is the worst bit, it's a struggle, but it's worth it.

[YouOnlyLiveOnce]

Its difficult to assess without seeing where you were prior. With that being said, every patient is different. There's no bench marks you should be shooting for at this point. If in a couple months things aren't looking better, then you might be concerned but right now you're still in the recovery/doldrums phase.

 

If you look a few threads down you'll see my progress thread. It looks like I may have a little more growth than you but part of that might be because I had a more hair to begin with.

 

Happy growing man! When the nice weather rolls around, you'll have great hair to enjoy it in!

[waveskier]

Speegs,

 

I can tell you that I had 2000 grafts in the same area you did and I am now 4months post op. Mine looked just about the same as yours at 13 weeks. the best growth for me is JUST NOW occurring. It was a bit discouraging when I would see other guys at 3 months with a lot more hair than I had, but I am feeling better all the time.

 

My hairs seem to be thin as well but they are progressing better than they were just 2 weeks ago. Some of us just start off a little slower than others. Smile and just sit back and let it happen. Believe me I know how you feel.

 

Aloha Russ

Edited November 27, 2010 by waveskier

[byron]

all the best with this speegs seems to be coming on fine

[RCWest]

Don't worry about Dr. A's work. Just be patient. You are just now entering the 3-4 month mark where they are coming out of the sleep phase.

[waveskier]

Don't worry about Dr. A's work. Just be patient. You are just now entering the 3-4 month mark where they are coming out of the sleep phase.

 

 

Would coffee help?