Hello, I am a 21 yr old Asian male and am interested in a hair transplant. I am willing to go through more procedures in the future but am hesitant about taking finasteride. I suspect that baldness comes from my dad as there is no one in my mother's side with the gene. So I have included pictures of his balding as well. If anything, I am willing to wait for my hair loss to advanced like my fathers and then do the surgery. I am in my youth and this is taking a toll on my esteem. Thank you.
Answer: Hair Transplant Questions While the pattern of your hair loss suggests you would be a good candidate for hair transplantation, your age does not. The problem with doing hair transplants on young patients such as yourself, is that your hair loss will continue progressing as you age, ensuring that you'd need continuous procedures to maintain a desirable density and hair line. Hair transplants don't cure hair loss, they just treat the affected areas. Therefore, to stop hair loss and prevent it you will need to utilize one or more medical management tools. While your concerns with using finasteride are understood, it should be noted the risks are rare. That being said, there are other options such as minoxidil, PRP, and laser therapy, all of which are effective. You should meet with an experienced and trustworthy hair restoration surgeon who can help you set up a hair loss treatment plan. Be cautious if a hair transplant surgeon is quick to get you signed up for your surgery. You should be aware of the risks of getting a hair transplant at your age as well as what medical management options are available to you. Even if you decide to go forward with surgery at this time, you'll likely need to medically manage in conjunction.
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Answer: Hair Transplant Questions While the pattern of your hair loss suggests you would be a good candidate for hair transplantation, your age does not. The problem with doing hair transplants on young patients such as yourself, is that your hair loss will continue progressing as you age, ensuring that you'd need continuous procedures to maintain a desirable density and hair line. Hair transplants don't cure hair loss, they just treat the affected areas. Therefore, to stop hair loss and prevent it you will need to utilize one or more medical management tools. While your concerns with using finasteride are understood, it should be noted the risks are rare. That being said, there are other options such as minoxidil, PRP, and laser therapy, all of which are effective. You should meet with an experienced and trustworthy hair restoration surgeon who can help you set up a hair loss treatment plan. Be cautious if a hair transplant surgeon is quick to get you signed up for your surgery. You should be aware of the risks of getting a hair transplant at your age as well as what medical management options are available to you. Even if you decide to go forward with surgery at this time, you'll likely need to medically manage in conjunction.
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September 27, 2017
Answer: Wait a few more years but see a doctor to start planning I recommend that you wait a few more years before getting a hair transplant. You are still too young and it's unknown how bald you are going to get. You may consider drug treatment of Finasteride. Find a good hair transplant doctor and make an appointment. If you know you want hair restoration done in a few years, start planning now. Ask your doctor to come up with a master plan.
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September 27, 2017
Answer: Wait a few more years but see a doctor to start planning I recommend that you wait a few more years before getting a hair transplant. You are still too young and it's unknown how bald you are going to get. You may consider drug treatment of Finasteride. Find a good hair transplant doctor and make an appointment. If you know you want hair restoration done in a few years, start planning now. Ask your doctor to come up with a master plan.
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September 27, 2017
Answer: Good candidate You are an excellent candidate for a hair transplant procedure to help add density in your frontal area. You are also right in preparing for more possible transplant procedures in the future, especially given the early onset of your hair loss. However, I do not believe you need to wait for any further hair loss before undergoing a transplant. I would strongly encourage you to at least give finasteride a try as well - it is very effective and the rate of sexual side effects is low.
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September 27, 2017
Answer: Good candidate You are an excellent candidate for a hair transplant procedure to help add density in your frontal area. You are also right in preparing for more possible transplant procedures in the future, especially given the early onset of your hair loss. However, I do not believe you need to wait for any further hair loss before undergoing a transplant. I would strongly encourage you to at least give finasteride a try as well - it is very effective and the rate of sexual side effects is low.
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October 4, 2017
Answer: Hair transplant online consultations A great first step would be an online consultation. Often you can submit photos to top hair restoration surgeons for a complimentary evaluation. This should help lead you in the right direction. Having multiple consultations with different doctors cannot hurt.
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October 4, 2017
Answer: Hair transplant online consultations A great first step would be an online consultation. Often you can submit photos to top hair restoration surgeons for a complimentary evaluation. This should help lead you in the right direction. Having multiple consultations with different doctors cannot hurt.
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September 28, 2017
Answer: Advance hair loss in young man You don't have to wait for your hair loss to progress. Our Psychology of Hair Transplant study shows that the most impact of hair loss in the type of social anxiety is seen in younger men and they are the ones that get the most improvement in those areas. It seems like you have a good donor hair. Please set up a consultation with a good hair transplant surgeon and evaluate your options.
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September 28, 2017
Answer: Advance hair loss in young man You don't have to wait for your hair loss to progress. Our Psychology of Hair Transplant study shows that the most impact of hair loss in the type of social anxiety is seen in younger men and they are the ones that get the most improvement in those areas. It seems like you have a good donor hair. Please set up a consultation with a good hair transplant surgeon and evaluate your options.
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