Hair Transplantation for Therapy-Resistant Alopecia Areata of the Eyebrows: Is It the Right Choice?

FUE transplants for advanced baldness are challenging, with success depending on donor hair availability. Some suggest trying medications like Minoxidil and Finasteride first, while others recommend consulting with specialists like Zarev or Pitella.

The user switched from oral to topical finasteride with minoxidil after a hair transplant and is experiencing increased hair growth in unexpected areas like eyebrows and sideburns. They are seeking feedback from others with similar experiences.

The conversation discusses FUE hair transplant surgery, including questions about donor area recovery, success rates, precautions, hair growth rate, and the safety of PRP injections. It also inquires about using hairpieces post-surgery.

Longitudinal partial follicular unit transplantation involves extracting part of the donor follicular unit, allowing the donor area to be overharvested without noticeable hair loss. The conversation questions if this method is practiced in clinics or if it's theoretical, and whether it relates to hair cloning or multiplication.

The user is unhappy with the results of a FUT hair transplant from 2021, noting uneven hair texture and persistent thinning. They are considering a FUE procedure and have been using finasteride for a year, previously used minoxidil, and currently use Toppik for concealment.

Hair transplants typically involve spreading follicle extraction across the back and sides of the head to maintain an even appearance, rather than taking a solid rectangle of grafts. FUT procedures, which involve taking a strip of skin, are less common now due to advancements in techniques like FUE, which heal well and are less invasive.