Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 1, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 1, 2023 Week one in the books! Here's a few photos from this morning (including my FUT sutures which I forgot to upload last time). It is pretty hard to see it when my hair is styled naturally which is great considering it's only been a week since the surgery. You'll notice some white stuff in the hairline which is Aquaphor - I was concerned about some dryness/"cracking" I was noticing in the hairline and Dr. Konior recommended I spray Aquaphor on the grafts a few times a day to keep them moist. Here's his exact quote regarding "cracking": "Cracks are a result of the overlying skin/crust layer drying out and forming fissures, similar to what happens with parched topsoil. This will resolve once the crusts separate and is best treated with spraying the surface with Aquaphor a few times a day" I've had no pain at all in the graft area, but my FUT incision is still tender, and I won't sugar-coat it - sleeping has been pretty awful. I bought a wedge and neck pillow that seemed great for the first couple days, but I'm guessing that may have been more due to my overall exhaustion and being heavily medicated. I'm now noticing that the neck pillow I bought has a neck support "ridge" that directly puts pressure/causes pain on the FUT incision line and basically makes it impossible to sleep even with pain meds. So I've resorted to a rolled up towel under my neck on the wedge pillow as a makeshift solution, but still not getting much in the way of sleep. I'm a natural side sleeper, and really looking forward to being able to do that again here in a couple weeks. Overall though I really can't complain. I've been following the post-operative care instructions to the letter and so far things seem to be progressing well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 2, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 2, 2023 On 10/28/2023 at 5:16 PM, Proportions said: Can't wait to see how those temporal peaks turn out You and I both! It seemed like despite it being a relatively small area, the temporal peaks were an area during the surgery they spent a disproportionate amount of time working on so I’m definitely anxious to see how they turn out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member JDude82 Posted November 2, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted November 2, 2023 Looking good! Scab/crusts will be gone shortly. I'd suggest getting a regular old travel pillow, I used one on top of a regular pillow. I could manipulate that and sleep on my side once the sutures were out, kind of on my cheek to keep pressure off the back of my head. My incision line was numb for months (sides included), so even when the pain was gone I used a travel pillow to sleep for quite a while as the the numbness felt super weird and I just couldn't sleep directly with my head on a pillow or the back or sides. I also am looking forward to seeing how those temporal peaks turn out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 3, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 3, 2023 1 hour ago, JDude82 said: Looking good! Scab/crusts will be gone shortly. I'd suggest getting a regular old travel pillow, I used one on top of a regular pillow. I could manipulate that and sleep on my side once the sutures were out, kind of on my cheek to keep pressure off the back of my head. My incision line was numb for months (sides included), so even when the pain was gone I used a travel pillow to sleep for quite a while as the the numbness felt super weird and I just couldn't sleep directly with my head on a pillow or the back or sides. I also am looking forward to seeing how those temporal peaks turn out! Great tip, ordering one on Amazon as we speak! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 6, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 Was hoping to get some advice - is it normal to see shedding as early as day 7? Was under the impression shedding didn’t start til at least 2-3 weeks. Took some photos and the recipient area looked noticeably less dense towards the middle/front of the hairline day 7 vs post op. Can definitely confirm I’ve started shedding now (day 11) as I found a bunch of short hairs on my pillow and after showering. I shot Dr. K a note, but was hoping to get some insight here as well if “early shedding” is a thing. Attached a comparison of day 7 vs post op and also a couple others from day 7 in different lighting. Thanks! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member donpizmeov Posted November 6, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 Hi Walter, Absolutely common. I had a mate who was worried about the same two years ago and he was told it can happen anytime from week 1 and untill 3 months. My friend outcome was stellar, so you got absolutely nothing to worry about. By the way its looking great - you got an exciting journey ahead! All the best 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Spring15 Posted November 6, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 Beautiful work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member duchaine Posted November 6, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 this Ht is a masterpiece. It is amazing that he used a such small amount of FU to cover a such big area. How long did you wait before washing your hair? Can you use an hairdryer? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 6, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 8 hours ago, donpizmeov said: Hi Walter, Absolutely common. I had a mate who was worried about the same two years ago and he was told it can happen anytime from week 1 and untill 3 months. My friend outcome was stellar, so you got absolutely nothing to worry about. By the way its looking great - you got an exciting journey ahead! All the best Thanks, that’s definitely reassuring! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 6, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 5 hours ago, duchaine said: this Ht is a masterpiece. It is amazing that he used a such small amount of FU to cover a such big area. How long did you wait before washing your hair? Can you use an hairdryer? Appreciate that! I hadn’t thought of 3100 grafts as a small amount before, but I’m definitely no expert. What amount do you think would typically be required for that area? re: Washing, was able to gentle non medicated shampoo 48-72 hours after procedure using warm (not hot water). Was instructed not to directly touch the recipient area but rather have water wash over it by hitting a non grafted area first and roll over it. after two weeks I’m allowed to gently massage the recipient area with shampoo in the shower and hit directly with the water stream. hairdryer is permitted but only on a cool setting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 6, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 5 hours ago, Spring15 said: Beautiful work 🙏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 6, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 6, 2023 Re: Early shedding, Dr. K replied and sounds like this is totally normal. I was concerned because of what I’ve read here about grafts not being fully “secure” until at least day 10 and that maybe shedding them before this point would mean they wouldn’t come back, but Dr. K explained its a bell curve of shedding and some shed earlier some later, regardless I’m glad I can set aside my mini-panic and put my mind at ease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member duchaine Posted November 7, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted November 7, 2023 8 hours ago, WalterWhite said: Appreciate that! I hadn’t thought of 3100 grafts as a small amount before, but I’m definitely no expert. What amount do you think would typically be required for that area? re: Washing, was able to gentle non medicated shampoo 48-72 hours after procedure using warm (not hot water). Was instructed not to directly touch the recipient area but rather have water wash over it by hitting a non grafted area first and roll over it. after two weeks I’m allowed to gently massage the recipient area with shampoo in the shower and hit directly with the water stream. hairdryer is permitted but only on a cool setting. I would say 4000/4500 a lot depends from the surgeon. Many of them love to go into natives so they use a lot of grafts. For example, my clinic used 2000 grafts just to lower 0,5/0,7 cm my hairline. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valued Contributor Steeeve Posted November 7, 2023 Valued Contributor Share Posted November 7, 2023 Wow. That work looks pristine. I can’t wait to see this to the end. Happy growing! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valued Contributor Gatsby Posted November 7, 2023 Valued Contributor Share Posted November 7, 2023 Really clean work. 👌 1 GATSBY 'UNPLUGGED!' 15,671 (3 surgeries) Grafts FUE+BHT Dr. Sethi Eugenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 7, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 7, 2023 14 hours ago, duchaine said: I would say 4000/4500 a lot depends from the surgeon. Many of them love to go into natives so they use a lot of grafts. For example, my clinic used 2000 grafts just to lower 0,5/0,7 cm my hairline. Ah interesting! Thanks for clarifying. That’s a lot of grafts, are your results posted anywhere I can take a look? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member duchaine Posted November 7, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted November 7, 2023 22 minutes ago, WalterWhite said: Ah interesting! Thanks for clarifying. That’s a lot of grafts, are your results posted anywhere I can take a look? yes, the post. is HLC ANKARA 2011 FU You will see how little HLC did with 2000 grafts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 7, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 7, 2023 2 hours ago, duchaine said: yes, the post. is HLC ANKARA 2011 FU You will see how little HLC did with 2000 grafts... Wow just checked yours out, super impressive/looking good man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member JDude82 Posted November 7, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted November 7, 2023 My first procedure with Dr. Konior (FUT) I was shedding on day 10 and it went pretty quick. My second procedure with him (FUE) at 2 weeks and no shedding yet, so it can differ for the individual as well it seems. This is looking good man! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted November 7, 2023 Administrators Share Posted November 7, 2023 On 11/5/2023 at 11:46 PM, WalterWhite said: Was hoping to get some advice - is it normal to see shedding as early as day 7? Was under the impression shedding didn’t start til at least 2-3 weeks. Took some photos and the recipient area looked noticeably less dense towards the middle/front of the hairline day 7 vs post op. Can definitely confirm I’ve started shedding now (day 11) as I found a bunch of short hairs on my pillow and after showering. I shot Dr. K a note, but was hoping to get some insight here as well if “early shedding” is a thing. Attached a comparison of day 7 vs post op and also a couple others from day 7 in different lighting. Thanks! After seeing work from all over the world, I’m always in awe of Dr. Konior’s placement. It’s so exceptionally well done. 1 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...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted November 15, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 15, 2023 3 week update. Majority of the transplanted hair has now shed. I know I’ve got a few months of “ugly duckling” phase ahead of me so just being patient and trusting the process 🙏 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member TheDemon Posted November 16, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted November 16, 2023 Hold on! 👍 seems good! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member WalterWhite Posted December 29, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted December 29, 2023 2 month update. Observations: - Seeing some slight early growth - Lots of small stubble on my recipient area - Redness still present but gradually continuing to decrease - Head numbness now gone - FUT scar not visible, even with a pretty short first (very careful)haircut - Continuing with Topical Fin, Min, and added another shot at a low dose of Oral Fin, hopefully will avoid side effects this time around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valued Contributor Gatsby Posted December 30, 2023 Valued Contributor Share Posted December 30, 2023 @WalterWhite you have gone to arguably the best in the business. I can’t wait to see your further growth in another two months. 👌 Thanks for sharing! 🙏 1 GATSBY 'UNPLUGGED!' 15,671 (3 surgeries) Grafts FUE+BHT Dr. Sethi Eugenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Hairy Henderson Posted December 30, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted December 30, 2023 The hairline and temples are perfect. I really wish more HT doctors would study and emulate Koniors designs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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