August 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)”
This study found that among patients with inflammatory bowel disease, those with the NUDT15 mutation had a reduced tolerance for thiopurine dosage over the long term and were more likely to require hospitalization and surgery compared to those without the mutation.
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September 1979 in “Archives of Otolaryngology-head & Neck Surgery”
This article reviews the use of the Juri procedure for transferring hair to bald scalps, achieving satisfactory cosmetic results in all patients over two years, but reports no new clinical findings.
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March 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
This review discusses the evolution and current practices of Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) in hair restoration surgery, reporting comparable patient outcomes to Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), though noting controversies in its adoption.
A person had three hair transplant surgeries using 7,600 grafts from scalp, beard, and chest, along with finasteride and minoxidil. Reactions are mixed, with suggestions for alternatives like hair systems or scalp micropigmentation.
A 26-year-old male actor underwent two hair transplant surgeries to enhance his hairline, with the second surgery by Dr. Abhinav Kumar in Patna yielding natural and satisfactory results. He spent approximately Rs 60,000 ($700) for 1200 fine single hair grafts and plans to consider DHT blockers like finasteride and minoxidil to maintain his hair.
A 27-year-old actor shared his positive experience with two hair transplant surgeries, highlighting the importance of customization and detail for a natural look. He is taking finasteride to prevent future hair loss.
The conversation discusses the potential for Verteporfin to reduce scarring, making hairline lowering surgeries more viable for men with mild hair loss. The user suggests that if scarring can be minimized, men might opt for hairline lowering instead of using grafts for other areas.
Joe Rogan's hair transplant was unsuccessful due to not being a suitable candidate and stopping finasteride. He had surgeries in the 90s when techniques were less advanced and later chose to shave his head.
How many sessions will I need for a hair transplant?Providers give different answers, and the number is decided at consultation: some clinics quote courses of 3 to 6 sessions, but that pattern belongs to non-surgical treatments rather than to surgery. Ask your surgeon how many procedures your own case would need and how far apart they would be.