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community My HT experience: I ALMOST FAINTED, excessive bleeding, scary moment post-op, and density anxiety at week 3

in Progress Pictures 13 upvotes 8 months ago

A person shared their hair transplant experience, mentioning complications like excessive bleeding and density anxiety, and is using finasteride and minoxidil chewables. They traveled to Turkey for the procedure, paid around $3800, and are considering Mexico for future treatments; nicotine use is a concern for their recovery.

community If grafts are locked in by day 7, why does washing/rubbing the scabs off gently matter?

2 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses post-hair transplant care, specifically about removing scabs gently after a week, using Vitamin E oil. The user wonders if using harsher methods like steel wool would affect results, but others reassure that if there was no pain or bleeding, it's likely fine.

community 31M. 12 weeks post hair transplant (2,163 grafts) – Starting to blend with native hair. Am I on track?

8 upvotes 2 months ago

A 31-year-old man shared his 12-week progress after a hair transplant of 2,163 grafts, noting improvement as his native hair blends with the transplanted area. He uses dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and biotin, and is pleased with the natural look of his hairline, though density still needs improvement.

community Looking for old hairloss forum post: A very balding mad lad tries derma rolling. He used such excessive, extreme force It looked like a violent crime scene. Proceeds to have most miraculous hair recovery I've seen. (Graphic).

60 upvotes 3 months ago

A user recalls an extreme microneedling method for hair recovery, which is not recommended due to its intensity. Other users discuss safer alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamps, and microneedling with devices like the Dr. Pen for effective hair regrowth.

community 35M | Slick Bald + SMP for 10 Years to 4.5 Months Post Hair Transplant (6400 Grafts DHI)

108 upvotes 4 months ago

A 35-year-old man had a 6400 graft hair transplant in Turkey after years of baldness, using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and scalp micropigmentation. He is satisfied with the progress and plans further SMP touch-ups to enhance results.

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research Complications with Hair Transplantation

12 citations , April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This article discusses potential complications in hair restoration surgery and emphasizes the importance of thorough planning and patient participation in reducing risks, but reports no new clinical findings.

Evolution of Hair Restoration Surgery: Donor Dominance and Follicular Unit Transplantation

research Hair Restoration

11 citations , July 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This article discusses the benefits of follicular unit transplantation for male hair restoration, highlighting its ability to achieve natural-looking results with minimal recovery time and low risk of complications, and reports no new clinical results.

Megasession Hair Transplantation with CO2 Laser Flashscanner Technology

research Megasession Hair Transplantation with a CO2 Laser Flashscanner Technology

3 citations , August 1995 in “Journal of Clinical Laser Medicine & Surgery”

Using a CO₂ laser for hair transplants improves the surgery and may become important in future hair restoration.

research Beard Hair Transplantation

3 citations , April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This review discusses the increasing demand for facial hair transplantation in hair restoration, noting its benefits and the natural-appearing results achieved through modern techniques, but it reports no new clinical results.

research Special Forms of Hair Transplantation

November 2018 in “Springer eBooks”

The document concludes that specialized hair transplant techniques can be effective, with varying success rates depending on the donor area and patient factors.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

How should you care for your scalp after Scalp Micropigmentation to keep the results looking natural? Avoid sweating, sun exposure, and washing for 3-7 days after scalp micropigmentation.

learn Hair Transplant

What happens after a hair transplant? Expect mild swelling and redness, with new hair growth starting in 3 to 6 months.
How should I care for my hair after a hair transplant? Follow your doctor's aftercare instructions, avoid sun exposure, and use gentle shampoo.
What are the pre-operative and post-operative care instructions for a hair transplant? Clinics commonly advise stopping smoking and alcohol 1-2 weeks before a hair transplant and pausing over-the-counter aspirin or ibuprofen beforehand, then following the clinic's own post-op routine. Never stop a blood thinner a doctor prescribed you without that doctor's approval.

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