Month: January 2011

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Hair Loss InformationHair Loss After Mammaplasty – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

I had a reduction mammaplasty under general anaesthesia for 6 hours in early June. In early October, my hair suddenly started to fall out more at first and only got worse till now (24th December). Could this be TE? How long is this expected to last?

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I am aware that some patients report diffuse hair loss after a major surgery. If it is telogen effluvium, then it may take 6 to 12 months to recover. However, I have often noticed that many patients do not fully recover (or regrow) all of their hair. It is my general advice that one gets a good physical examination by their physician to rule out other causes of hair loss as well.

I realize you (like many others) are looking for answers on the Internet, but I doubt you will find it… even here on BaldingBlog. This may be a good place to start, but as you explore the web you will be lost and confused, possibly ending up in a well-designed website promising you a cure for just three easy payments of only $19.95 (as an example). As I stated many times, seek out your medical issues with your doctor, one on one.

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Rogaine Has Recently Lost Effectiveness in My Crown – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Thanks for the great site everyone!

Here are my questions:

I have been on proscar for over 10 years. I have virtually no frontal hair loss, but the crown has been fighting me the whole decade. Rogaine has been great but has lost its effectiveness recently. My crown is not noticeable (mild combover) but it’s thin to me. What is the best option for a guy like me?

I’d like to do an FUE because although I’m not bald, I’m in my mid 30’s and I want to enjoy life. I should mention I have VERY thick hair everywhere else on my head..

Help guys… What do I do?

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A good examination is critical to giving you realistic expectations. With lots of hair, crown loss can be transplanted very effectively. For example, I (Dr. Rassman), had 1600 grafts in the crown many years ago.

With regard to Rogaine, it may run out of steam over time. Short of transplants, there is often little that can be done… but definitely maintain your finasteride.

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Scalp Laxity and Hair Transplants – Hair Loss Information – Balding Blog

Wonderful blog you have up here, Dr. Rassman. I just wanted to know how scalp laxity affects a person who is willing to get a hair transplant. If i have a very loose scalp, how will it benefit me when i am getting a hair transplant procedure done?

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Increased scalp laxity will allow the surgeon to harvest more hair in one surgery. It is like pinching a part of your skin. The more you can pinch your scalp (skin), the more hair comes with it.