Saturday, September 19, 2009
Dr Mohammad Humayun Mohmand Lectures on Hair Transplant
The doctor says if you are 25, and in the norwood 2 or 3 range then its a bad idea to get a hair transplant. He says the reason is because in 10 years its possible to hit norwood 7.
Problems With Hair Transplants
Currently, there are 2 methods which surgeons use to perform a hair transplants. One method is known as the FUSS (Follicular Unit Strip Surgery), and the other method is FUE(Follicular Unit Extraction). Currently, both these methods have their pros and cons.
In the FUSS method the surgeon cuts in the back of your head and remove hair follicles from there. In the end you are left with a big scar in the back of your head. On top of that, if you continue to lose your hair, there isn't much you can do about unless you want surgeon to slice the back of your head again.
The other method is FUE. This is a better method. In this method individual hair follicles are removed, and transplanted in the balding areas. However, the problem with FUE is it is less economical that FUSS. This means every hair that is transplanted doesn't always survive. Also, the hair which grows from this transplant method is doesn’t grow that long, so in reality you have to keep your hair short.
Personally, for me I am not 30 years old yet, so I have not thought of a hair transplant for myself. Who knows how much more hair I can lose in 5 years. One top of that one hair transplant isn’t enough. You need to go for at least 4-5 transplants before you can meet your goals. Also that same money, I can buy a new car, or make an investment . When a man is in 30's they really don't those same requirements to attract the opposite sex, as they did when they were in their teens or 20's. On the contrary, if the transplant helps when it comes to job market then why not go for it. Besides I’ve heard that Restoration Robotics is coming with a new hair transplant technology for hair transplants. This technology uses a robot to perform hair transplants. Let’s see how that works out in the future. Currently, Restoration Robotics is on trials.
In the FUSS method the surgeon cuts in the back of your head and remove hair follicles from there. In the end you are left with a big scar in the back of your head. On top of that, if you continue to lose your hair, there isn't much you can do about unless you want surgeon to slice the back of your head again.
The other method is FUE. This is a better method. In this method individual hair follicles are removed, and transplanted in the balding areas. However, the problem with FUE is it is less economical that FUSS. This means every hair that is transplanted doesn't always survive. Also, the hair which grows from this transplant method is doesn’t grow that long, so in reality you have to keep your hair short.
Personally, for me I am not 30 years old yet, so I have not thought of a hair transplant for myself. Who knows how much more hair I can lose in 5 years. One top of that one hair transplant isn’t enough. You need to go for at least 4-5 transplants before you can meet your goals. Also that same money, I can buy a new car, or make an investment . When a man is in 30's they really don't those same requirements to attract the opposite sex, as they did when they were in their teens or 20's. On the contrary, if the transplant helps when it comes to job market then why not go for it. Besides I’ve heard that Restoration Robotics is coming with a new hair transplant technology for hair transplants. This technology uses a robot to perform hair transplants. Let’s see how that works out in the future. Currently, Restoration Robotics is on trials.
Nizoral
I've tried Nizoral to combat hair loss. This shampoo contains Ketoconazole. I first tried the 1% and then went for the shampoo with 2% Ketoconazole. As for my result, Nizoral did help me slow down the hair loss. Also, it made my thin hair stronger. In order for Nizoral to be effective one must you it 3 times a week. So you can probably apply it on Friday's, Saturdays and Sundays. In the begining it does give you headaces, but for me looking at my hair loss can be a bigger headache.
Propecia
As you noted from my previous posts, my hair loss started at the age of 17. I used to surf on the net, so I can find a solution. Then at the age of 21 I finally visited a dermatologist. The dermatologist gave me 3 options to deal with hair loss. They were:
1) Propecia
2) Rogain
3) Hair Transplant
He said Propecia would be the best option for me. At that time I was experiencing hair loss in the frontal portion of my head. I asked him if Propecia would help recover my hair line. He replied by saying that it wouldn't, and that I would only need to take it for 1 year. Propecia only helps was hair loss in the bald spot area at the back. The dermatologist told me that Propecia has a low level of side effects so he wouldn't have to take a blood test. On top of that I was told that I would have a temporary side effect which would give me a libido loss. At that point I began to get scared. I was 21 and I was expected to take this medicine for year. A man in his 20's has a very high sexual drive, and if one blocks it at this age, the opportunity to enjoy that high drive would never occur again in the future. Sure you can have sex at 30, but it won't be the same as when you were in your teens or 20's. Next the dermatologist lied to me. He told me that I would only have to take Propecia for 1 year. Propecia is pill where you have to be committed to it for a life time. Therefore, in the end I decided to accept my hair loss.
Hair Transplant was another option. However, at that time he told me that it would cost me $10,000. Also, his version of hair transplant only dealt with the top portion of the hair. I was only 21, and most doctors give their patients a transplant at least by age of 30. Well in the end, visiting a dermatologist was useless. When it comes to hair loss these dermatologist don't have any more knowledge then what you can find on the internet.
1) Propecia
2) Rogain
3) Hair Transplant
He said Propecia would be the best option for me. At that time I was experiencing hair loss in the frontal portion of my head. I asked him if Propecia would help recover my hair line. He replied by saying that it wouldn't, and that I would only need to take it for 1 year. Propecia only helps was hair loss in the bald spot area at the back. The dermatologist told me that Propecia has a low level of side effects so he wouldn't have to take a blood test. On top of that I was told that I would have a temporary side effect which would give me a libido loss. At that point I began to get scared. I was 21 and I was expected to take this medicine for year. A man in his 20's has a very high sexual drive, and if one blocks it at this age, the opportunity to enjoy that high drive would never occur again in the future. Sure you can have sex at 30, but it won't be the same as when you were in your teens or 20's. Next the dermatologist lied to me. He told me that I would only have to take Propecia for 1 year. Propecia is pill where you have to be committed to it for a life time. Therefore, in the end I decided to accept my hair loss.
Hair Transplant was another option. However, at that time he told me that it would cost me $10,000. Also, his version of hair transplant only dealt with the top portion of the hair. I was only 21, and most doctors give their patients a transplant at least by age of 30. Well in the end, visiting a dermatologist was useless. When it comes to hair loss these dermatologist don't have any more knowledge then what you can find on the internet.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Laser Combs & Brushes
Yes, I have wasted $100 dollar on laser treatment. I bought from another guy online who called it the amazing brush. At least he sold he for a cheaper price. In the market it cost $600. However, on the internet another person sells for $100. In the end, the amazing brush is a failure. It has no positive effect on hair loss.
Forumula 101
This is another one of those snake oils. I spend over $100 on this medicine and it doesn't work when it comes to hair loss. Beware of this product. Also, inside you will find a before and after pic. They are all fake. The heads of both below to 2 different people.
Chinese Herb 'He Shou Wu'
This was the first medication I tried for hair loss. I've tried in for 6 months, and unfortunately it failed. On top of that, it gave me stomach problems which forced me to use the washroom more often. Overall this medicine does not work. If you are still interested then go to the Chinese medicine store in China town, and you will find it very cheap there. However, I advise you not to waste your money on the internet.
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