6 month post-transplant, Dr Carman MD surgeon
    8/15/2023

    From the encyclopedia
    Hair Transplant →

    Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    hair transplant (surgery) 1100 grafts 6 months
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5%
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 10 years
    the tone is 😀 positive with very happy with the results.

    Other terms

    A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant performed by Dr. Timothy Carman, using 1100 grafts via FUT surgery, and reported satisfaction with the results and minimal scarring. The user continues to use minoxidil and finasteride for hair maintenance.
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