Senior Member Ernie Posted August 27, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2016 WOW! This is seriously inspirational! I seriously hope my results are even close to as good as yours. This is absolutely amazing. I'm sure you are thrilled Your per-transplant loss photos look very similar to the loss i have (ok maybe you weren't as bad off as me) *CROSSES FINGERS Hi Tav1 and MrBurns, Thanks for the nice comments. Yes I'm quite happy, considering it's only been 6 months, 9 days since my 3185 FUT in the frontal third. I'm hoping for thickening up in the temples, and who knows, more new sprouts? But thickening up of existing new hairs seems more likely. Even if it were to completely stop right now, I'd be satisfied. Don't know about most of you, but I can be a bit lazy -- so here's a bunch all together (including some already posted pics): Here's a pre-op pic, a pre-op/immediate post-op pic, a BRUTAL 41 days post-op pic, and then a few pics from today. Comments (good and bad), always welcome!... 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ontop Posted August 27, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2016 (edited) Ernie, looking good man. I just notice on your profile, you state that you been on Fin since you was 24 wow, so that was sometime ago, I'm guessing it was proscar & not the genetic Fin they put you on at the time right? Also you state that you could of ended up as a NW6 if it wasn't for the Meds so that has carried you over all these yrs & stabilized your hairloss in a big way. what dosage have you been using? & Do you feel that its still effective or are you feeling the same way as spex like you may of lost a little ground? Either way for a guy whos in what your 40s now? your hair looks great & lets not forget your just past the 6mth mark so it can only be a bonus if you produce more hair or even maturing transplanted folicals. your Dr did a great job on you & you came a long way from the post op 2 & 3 months which I guess was the hardest mths for you. Happy days... Edited August 27, 2016 by ontop . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Rawkerboi Posted August 27, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2016 Fantabulous !! And definitely it won't stop now.In-fact you have six more months to go man! Expect more thickness and density!! I think now its safe to update your profile pic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iha2611 Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Ernie, looking good man. I just notice on your profile, you state that you been on Fin since you was 24 wow, so that was sometime ago, I'm guessing it was proscar & not the genetic Fin they put you on at the time right? Also you state that you could of ended up as a NW6 if it wasn't for the Meds so that has carried you over all these yrs & stabilized your hairloss in a big way. what dosage have you been using? & Do you feel that its still effective or are you feeling the same way as spex like you may of lost a little ground? Either way for a guy whos in what your 40s now? your hair looks great & lets not forget your just past the 6mth mark so it can only be a bonus if you produce more hair or even maturing transplanted folicals. your Dr did a great job on you & you came a long way from the post op 2 & 3 months which I guess was the hardest mths for you. Happy days... ontop - are you that illiterate? Dude, learn how to use proper grammar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted August 27, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2016 Ernie, looking good man. I just notice on your profile, you state that you been on Fin since you was 24 wow, so that was sometime ago, I'm guessing it was proscar & not the genetic Fin they put you on at the time right? Also you state that you could of ended up as a NW6 if it wasn't for the Meds so that has carried you over all these yrs & stabilized your hairloss in a big way. what dosage have you been using? & Do you feel that its still effective or are you feeling the same way as spex like you may of lost a little ground? Either way for a guy whos in what your 40s now? your hair looks great & lets not forget your just past the 6mth mark so it can only be a bonus if you produce more hair or even maturing transplanted folicals. your Dr did a great job on you & you came a long way from the post op 2 & 3 months which I guess was the hardest mths for you. Happy days... Rawkerboi, thanks! Ontop, I can understand you perfectly. :-) To answer your questions, I've been on propecia (actual at first, generic once it was available) for about 17 years with no sides. It's always been the same dose, 1mg. I would have been a NW6 based on this quasi-fact: my dad is a NW 6 and pictures of him growing up and pictures of myself are identical through the years. Genetically, we came out with all the same traits and mannerisms. So, "NW6" in quotes perhaps. I too read Spex's post (the one where he was poolside with a #3 buzz) -- and it got me looking at my mid-scalp more than I used to, lol. ALSO, the focus has now been taken off of my hairline post-HT as well. I'm experiencing a comeback from a midscalp area shed while trying out 3 different shampoos -- my head didn't like that and shocked out some hair. So to summarize, I'm going to stick with finasteride but I'm paying VERY close attention to my midscalp, my crown, and I'm researching the pros/cons of dutasteride just in case (although I see myself going HT#2 before I see myself running around to get a dut script). hope this helps. PS - i have very fine hair and find that "letting it get dirty" helps with the thickness. Gross, maybe. Doesn't stink or look greasy though. So I shampoo with Nizoral 2x per week --> starting this very slowly... 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ontop Posted August 27, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2016 Wow so you was on that stuff a while & not so much data like there is today. Well its obvious working for you. As for my 2 post english teacher, I shall ignore his childish remarks & let him hang himself. Thanks ernie looking good man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Rahal Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Hi Ernie, We're happy to see you're enjoying your results and are looking forward to following your progress! Rahal Hair Transplant Clinic - Answers to questions and posts using this account are strictly opinions and not to be considered medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted September 18, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 18, 2016 attached is my 7 months pics. thickening up... LAST PIC -- me at my worst = 41 days post-op 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JON86 Posted September 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted September 18, 2016 Ernie at seven months your results are better than a ton of final results shown at a year. You must be elated. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ontop Posted September 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted September 18, 2016 Wow... Ernie I think next time we see you is on one of them Mens warehouse infomercials Nice result at still only 7mths congratulations dude:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted September 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted September 18, 2016 Amazing results at 7 months! Congratulations! David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mav23100gunther Posted September 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted September 18, 2016 Ernie, All I have to say is -"I told you so!!!" What an absolutely stunning result. Rahal is a bad man! He has changed my life as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted September 18, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 18, 2016 Thanks for all the positive comments guys. Thought I'd post a few more at 7 months, just for you Taurusrisen: 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Tj287 Posted September 19, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted September 19, 2016 Thanks for all the positive comments guys. Thought I'd post a few more at 7 months, just for you Taurusrisen: Looking great, Ernie! Your strong temples really do finish it off and your face is framed really well. I am also a fan of Rahal's hairlines - that chevron shape looks great when the hair is combed up or back. You've got a super result there, and to think you've still got 5 months left - you must be chuffed! What months would you say were your highlights? Did your density only arrive in the last month? I saw a previous post where you said the density hadn't quite arrived yet, which I think was a month ago. I've just hit 4 months myself and would be interested to hear how it progressed from months 4-7 for you. My FUT with Dr Hasson in May 16: http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/184110-dr-hasson-fut-3-898-grafts-16-05-16-a.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted September 20, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 20, 2016 Looking great, Ernie! Your strong temples really do finish it off and your face is framed really well. I am also a fan of Rahal's hairlines - that chevron shape looks great when the hair is combed up or back. You've got a super result there, and to think you've still got 5 months left - you must be chuffed! What months would you say were your highlights? Did your density only arrive in the last month? I saw a previous post where you said the density hadn't quite arrived yet, which I think was a month ago. I've just hit 4 months myself and would be interested to hear how it progressed from months 4-7 for you. Month 4 I was convinced: this is gonna work... Month 5.5 - damn this is really coming in Month 7 - wow thought I was done at 6 months but they weren't lying: things CAN and DO thicken up 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ndubya Posted September 22, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted September 22, 2016 Dang Ernie, I must say again, that is an awesome result. Congrats and enjoy it!!:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted September 22, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 22, 2016 Dang Ernie, I must say again, that is an awesome result. Congrats and enjoy it!!:cool: Thx Ndubya! 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted October 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted October 8, 2016 Slick look - entire reason I wanted an HT. :-) 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted October 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted October 8, 2016 Slicked back -- sorry for sideways one above. Included is 1. pre-op 2. 41 days post-op, which was a very difficult time obviously... 3. 6 months -- do you guys like this hairstyle better? 4. Rest are all from yesterday, 7.5 months, with my hair slicked back. Not sure if slick back hair suits me. Still debating, but SO NICE to have choices now. 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ontop Posted October 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted October 8, 2016 Ernie, it must be so nice to have options now.... I would say, have both styles:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Tj287 Posted October 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted October 8, 2016 Yes Ernie! Looking SUPER mate, I am really happy for you. They both look great to be honest, try switching them up and see what you like. To echo ontop, they both look good. I am really looking forward to the next few months to see how mine turns out. If it's anything close to yours I'll be thrilled. Remember you've still got a good bit of maturing to go as well..! My FUT with Dr Hasson in May 16: http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/184110-dr-hasson-fut-3-898-grafts-16-05-16-a.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted October 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted October 8, 2016 Well, I've got 2 people saying "both", lol. Any tie breakers? Ontop, thx for the comments. TJ, I've been following your thread and you're busting out all over up there! Month 4 and after is where it's happening for you! 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member trashpanda Posted October 9, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted October 9, 2016 Ernie, your results are absolutely incredible. One of the best I've ever seen. If I had to choose, I say the first style (not the slick back) is a better style. Congrats on your amazing results! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member HairLostYears Posted October 9, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted October 9, 2016 Ernie, it's time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ernie Posted October 9, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted October 9, 2016 L M A O No thanks. Had to right click, save picture of Trump though... lol 3185 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 2/17/16 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/182611-fut-3185-dr-rahal-day-after-pics.html 1204 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 3/27/17 http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/186586-round-2-rahal-1204-fut-frontal-third-same-area.html ---> total of 4389 grafts to my frontal third via FUT ---> 1mg finasteride daily since 1999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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