Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted March 17, 2020 Senior Member Share Posted March 17, 2020 (edited) Hi all, thanks for joining me. I want to share my experience with FUE transplant. About me: 36 years old had taken finasteride for 4 years prior to surgery still continue to take it started minoxidil March 2019- still continue to use post surgery Norwood scale : 3 background: started noticing hair-loss early 20s , hairline and crown. Started finasteride, stopped my hairloss at N3. Minoxidil restored hairloss in crown of my head so I went to surgery for hairline restoration. Where Surgery how did I find dr.: went to Imagine Hair Clinic in Wellesley MA. Saw Dr. Magdelin. He came as a referal from a client of mine ( I’m a personal trainer and realtor). I couldn’t tell my client had any hairloss issues. Also trust this client, a close friend - hes also a medical professional, published. Consultation: first one, amazing staff, good follow up, not sales people. Dr. Was kind, knowledgeable, educated me, gave me a plan, described the process answered all my questions and gave me a great price. 5 stars I knew I was dealing with the best. You know care, expertise and quality when you see it. Surgery day: was well prepped with instructions. Was given a nice lunch. It was so welcoming and relaxing I fell asleep for 98% of it 😂 was sold a recovery kit given prescription meds to help recover- and coupon code for them if I needed it. Dr gave me his personal cell phone number to text or call if I had any questions. I was the only appointment he had booked that day. That’s how he does it. Very personal, your the focus and the day is planned around you. okay that’s that- we really want pics right Edited March 17, 2020 by Dangrowthfactor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted March 18, 2020 Administrators Share Posted March 18, 2020 I haven't heard of the clinic before, but thanks for posting. I'll be following your journey closely. Happy growing 🙂 I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JohnCasper Posted March 27, 2020 Senior Member Share Posted March 27, 2020 Looks like pretty clean work. Keep us posted going forward. I am an online representative for Carolina Hair Surgery & Dr. Mike Vories (Recommended on the Hair Transplant Network). View John's before/after photos and videos: http://www.MyFUEhairtransplant.com You can email me at johncasper99@gmail.com I am not a medical professional and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted March 31, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted March 31, 2020 Hi everyone! Thank you for hanging in- decided to let this settle and ready to share the updates! These pics are seven days after the surgery. I followed dr protocols closely first 5 days. Swelling occurred on 3-4 day as I was told would happen. There was some redness nothing to worry about though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted March 31, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted March 31, 2020 After 14 days, area feels good. I am using my own shampoo. Reminder I am on finasteride and use minoxidil. I started to use minoxidil on crown of my head again on day 5. I also started working out again lifting weights day 5. Minoxidil supposedly will not help to much with new transplant, it could cause increase redness in area. I gently apply a little minoxidil to the transplant area twice a day still. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted March 31, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted March 31, 2020 (edited) Okay so the date on those photos 14 days after surgery Tuesday March 24. These are pictures I have taken today March 30. Edited March 31, 2020 by Dangrowthfactor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted March 31, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted March 31, 2020 just to show the difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 5, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 5, 2020 Follow up photos- April 5th. Minoxidil twice daily, finasteride. April 10th is the one month mark from date of surgery let’s go little fellas grow ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 7, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 7, 2020 Thanks for following Melvin and John. I’ll keep the posts coming next one will be April 10th- the month marker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JohnCasper Posted April 10, 2020 Senior Member Share Posted April 10, 2020 Looking good! The redness appears to be fading as expected. Looking forward to the pictures 3-4 months from now. I am an online representative for Carolina Hair Surgery & Dr. Mike Vories (Recommended on the Hair Transplant Network). View John's before/after photos and videos: http://www.MyFUEhairtransplant.com You can email me at johncasper99@gmail.com I am not a medical professional and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 10, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 10, 2020 Thanks! Yes, the redness is slowly going away.Fingers crossed 🤞🏻 for great growth in the next 3-4 months. It’s strange I can feel the hairline. Like, it feels as though I have hair at the new hairline and temples- the sensation of hair is very cool - been over a decade since been that low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 10, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 10, 2020 ONE MONTH PHOTOS - one month after 1400 FUE - hairline restoration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 11, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 11, 2020 (edited) Next photos will come at month two. (May 10th, 2020) also note- I forgot to mention- about a week after I started using minoxidil again I started supplementing with 10,000mg biotin with my finasteride. Edited April 17, 2020 by Dangrowthfactor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted April 11, 2020 Administrators Share Posted April 11, 2020 Everything is looking good. I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 11, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 11, 2020 Thanks for the feedback Melvin! Reassuring to hear💪🏻 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 15, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 15, 2020 (edited) UPDATE COMING MAY 10 to current progress. this is another angle of what was done - used app pic stitch to create side by side Edited April 17, 2020 by Dangrowthfactor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JohnCasper Posted April 15, 2020 Senior Member Share Posted April 15, 2020 Looking good. You have lots to look forward to. If you want to track your progress and compare with others. I chronicled my whole journey at my website below. Happy growing. 1 I am an online representative for Carolina Hair Surgery & Dr. Mike Vories (Recommended on the Hair Transplant Network). View John's before/after photos and videos: http://www.MyFUEhairtransplant.com You can email me at johncasper99@gmail.com I am not a medical professional and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LonelyGraft Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 3 hours ago, JohnCasper said: Looking good. You have lots to look forward to. If you want to track your progress and compare with others. I chronicled my whole journey at my website below. Happy growing. John not sure if u got my previous message but your link and website do not work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 16, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 16, 2020 Thanks John! I’m hoping all is going well. I need a haircut haven’t had one. Haircut will make a huge difference for the look. May have some shock loss in crown. I believe the phase I’m in now is what they call the “ugly duckling phase” ? Fingers crossed appreciate the feedback guys 💪🏻 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 16, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 16, 2020 (edited) Actually making a retraction of shock-loss statement. What happens when you go through this procedure is natural and probably happens to many. Mindset is important to address- apart from the pics, growth, progress. Here’s what I’m doing for my head. Here are some things I noticed in myself: 1. you see things you didn’t notice before. Because A. You become hyper focused on your hair ( growth, sensation ect. And rightfully so, for many reasons) 2. you might have some denial about what you see. My hairloss at crown must have been worse than I perceived even though improved with finasteride/ minoxidil 1,2 punch. I never had my hair shaved/ buzzed to see. I am excited to see change coming, I’m also going to work on my mindset: 1. will try to look in mirror less to check hair 2. Will set my focus to what’s happening internally, less focus on hair and external. I believe appearance is important- not saying go around disheveled 😂 I believe taking care of your appearance shows some good values, self care, self love/respect. I mean apart from that preparedness, or ritual Actions to maintain/ improve- it’s okay to stop there- focus on feeling good about yourself, accepting myself, building confidence in other ways. These parts need to grow together. I don’t want to feel insecure until my hairlines restored. I want to remind myself to feel good and know that it will be better and the sexy level will be turned up 😂 3. Practice awareness of when I might start obsessing over the hair. Stop myself, meditate, and move forward to something else. I’m curious as to how others experience greater self awareness as a result of focusing so much. Almost self isolating at the initial phase of the surgery. What goes through other guys minds ? Where is the mindset ? Taking the time to build awareness of your mental patterns- should be mentioned as an important part of post surgery recovery. I think this procedure can be a stepping stone to some awesome personal development. Thoughts? Edited April 16, 2020 by Dangrowthfactor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LonelyGraft Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 You’re absolutely right about being more aware of more minor imperfections. After a ht many of us hyper examine everything. I was finding weaknesses in areas I never paid attention to before. I think it’s normal but can become very unhealthy and lead to BDD-like behavior. You seem to have a good mindset towards it all. @Melvin-Moderator recently made a great post with the main message being “hair transplants are not perfect” which is very true 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 16, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 16, 2020 Thank you LonleyGraft for your comment. I am trying to stay aware of my mindset. That must have been a tough experience, I can relate as I noticed I was becoming a little to hyper vigilant. I will check for @Melvin-Moderator post, it sounds great. They say expectations are the first step towards disappointment. Your right HT are not perfect-from the onset I have been aware that it will never achieve perfect look. Having faith for a best outcome is great- after the surgery-that rests in the behaviors/action you CAN control. Taking an inventory of what you CAN control is a good step I have taken to allow myself to not worry as much. Finding a balance takes effort to be mindful. Thanks for your input! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 19, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 19, 2020 If you want to learn to be patient, get a HT lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 21, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 21, 2020 Here is where the new hairline was drawn + day post op Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dangrowthfactor Posted April 22, 2020 Author Senior Member Share Posted April 22, 2020 One thing to note when looking at pics of yourself, or observing others is angle of the shot/posture. Top photo camera is pointed directly at my head, slightly angled up. The bottom I am In different position/ posture less of an angle. Plus post op swelling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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