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Glossary Donor Hair

hair follicles taken from a resistant area for transplantation

Donor Hair refers to the hair follicles that are harvested from a specific area of the scalp, typically the back or sides, for use in hair transplantation procedures. These areas are chosen because they are usually resistant to hair loss, making the transplanted hair more likely to grow permanently in the recipient area.

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research Hair Diameter Variation in Different Vertical Regions of the Occipital Safe Donor Area

10 citations , July 2017 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery”

This study found that hair diameter varies significantly within the occipital safe donor area, with thicker hair in the upper sections and thinner hair in the lower sections.

research Donor hair follicle preservation by partial follicular unit extraction. A method to optimize hair transplantation

19 citations , April 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

This study found that partial follicular units extracted from the donor area can survive and regenerate new hairs at their original site and when transplanted, effectively creating two hair follicles from one.

Use of Beard Hair as a Donor Source to Camouflage Linear Scars of Follicular Unit Hair Transplant

research Use of beard hair as a donor source to camouflage the linear scars of follicular unit hair transplant

10 citations , May 2012 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery”

This article discusses various methods for minimizing and repairing strip scars from follicular unit hair transplants but reports no new clinical results.

research Use of body and beard donor hair in surgical treatment of androgenic alopecia

7 citations , January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery”

This study found that beard and body hair can be used as additional donor sources for scalp transplants in androgenic alopecia, retaining their original color, curl, and calibre.

research Chest Hair Used as Donor Material in Hair Restoration Surgery

6 citations , September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This study demonstrated that transplanting hair from the chest to the balding scalp is a viable alternative when scalp hair is depleted, with successful graft take and inconspicuous donor site healing.

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learn 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.

Where does donor hair for a hair transplant come from? Donor hair for transplants typically comes from the back and sides of the scalp.
What does the donor area look like after a hair transplant? The donor area may show slight redness and tiny scars but usually heals well and is often concealed by remaining hair.
Does hair grow back in the donor area after a hair transplant? Hair does not grow back in the donor area after extraction during a hair transplant.
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learn Verteporfin

chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions

learn Hair Multiplication

extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells

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community My donor hair is still red after a year and a half.

58 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing redness and tingling in the donor area after a hair transplant, with suggestions to use treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil. Other users recommend consulting a doctor, considering scalp micro pigmentation, or using body hair for future transplants.

community Anyone heard of HairStemCell Transplant? They claim not needing to pull the entire hair cell, allowing reuse of same donor area.

4 upvotes 8 years ago

HairStemCell Transplant claims to reuse the donor area without removing the entire hair cell, but results in finer hair that may not regrow after cycles. The technique is costly and less effective than traditional transplants for full coverage.

community PROMISING Verteporfin day 84 UPDATE - donor hair regeneration human trial

4 upvotes 4 years ago

Verteporfin shows promise in donor hair regeneration after 84 days. Combining Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Pyrilutamide with unlimited hair transplants is seen as a potential near-cure for hair loss.

community Topical Metformin for Hair Transplant donor area skin/hair regeneration?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical Metformin shows potential for regenerating hair follicles and minimizing scarring in hair transplant donor areas, similar to Verteporfin but without its side effects. The discussion suggests considering Metformin for post-hair transplant care, though more human trials are needed.

community Curly hair advice on transplant

4 upvotes 4 weeks ago

The conversation discusses whether curly hair affects hair transplant outcomes, with advice to consult a specialist experienced with curly hair. The donor area's suitability is questioned, noting curly hair might appear thicker.

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