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1 year, 8 months

Hello fellow hair growers. It’s been awhile so I wanted to check in with a quick update and some new pictures. I had a haircut a few days ago which motivated me to give an update.
I’m currently 20 months post-HT, so I wouldn’t expect to see any new growth. I stopped taking Rogaine (Minoxidil) several months ago. I noticed no shedding after stopping the Rogaine, but my libido improved. I realize this runs counter to every study that says Minoxidil does not affect libido, but I disagree.
I continue to take Finasteride (1mg/day) which seems to be working nicely, with ZERO side effects. Overall, I’m very happy and grateful for what I have. I’m hoping Turkey will reinstate issuing Visa’s to the U.S. soon, so that Americans can get back to transplanting the hair they desperately need.
I don’t check in often on RealSite because I absolutely hate the changes the site has made to the feeds and auto-correct... the user experience stinks! RS might want to consider replacing the man in charge.
Happy hair growing!

18 month update

Just checking in with an 18 month update. Not bad for someone who started as NW 6/7.
I'm looking forward to an opportunity to revisit istanbul for a follow-up procedure, hopefully early next year. Good luck to everyone!

12 month update!

This review for March 18 represents my 12 month HT anniversary. It feels like just a few months ago I was planning my trip to Istanbul. I started as a NW6 and now have pretty good coverage with 3,500 grafts.

Despite being very happy and satisfied with the results, I can no longer recommend Transest since my HT doctor (Dr Altan) has left that practice. When I return to Turkey for a follow-up session to hit the crown, I will most likely book with Dr Altan at his new clinic Aestepool. (CaliD just returned and had good things to say).

Although I doubt any new hairs will be sprouting at this stage, I'm confident that the transplanted hairs will continue to thicken in the coming months. Of course, I will never have a mop like Trump or Geert Wilders, but that's actually a good thing. Haha

I've attached a few pics. Let me know if you have any questions.

Provider Review

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Kazlicesme Mah. Demirhane cad. Buyukyali H blok, Istanbul ,
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Transest is a well-run company. The hospital and clinic are clean and sterile. Dr. Altan opens the channels to receive the grafts, and he oversees all aspects of the clinic and the procedures performed by surgical nurses/techs. From day 1, the doctor has been kind and considerate, and has responded to my many questions in a timely and thorough manner. The doctor has delivered on all promises. I was very concerned about over-harvesting, so time will tell if the procedure is a complete success. If over-harvesting is an issue, my opinion will change drastically. As for now, I couldn't be happier or more impressed with the work ethic and efficiency of Dr Altan and Transest clinic.