Day 10 – Hungover
After a night of blowing off steam with friends, my head is paying the penalty. I have a throbbing headache, and my donor area is screaming in pain. This resulted in another night on the couch.
Keep readingDay 9 – My First Public Unveiling
Today I’m emerging from the house for the first time since my hair transplant to attend three events. I’m anxious to see people for the first time, and I’m not sure how I plan to handle this. Progress is positive, and I continue to manage my nervousness about my post-op hair transplant care.
Keep readingDay 8 – I Spent WHAT on my Hair Transplant?
8 days after hair transplant. Today I opened my credit card statement and went into sticker shock when I saw the total cost of my hair transplant. I evaluated different opportunity costs of where I could spend the money. But this is an investment in my personal growth and self-confidence. After the shock, I realized…
Keep readingDay 7 – Redrum
7 days after hair transplant. I’m beginning to go crazy. The sleepless nights are mounting. Even with the sleep deprivation, I’m still diligently following my regimen.
Keep readingGreetings
This page provides access to all articles posted about my hair loss and FUE hair transplant.
Keep readingDaily Progress of FUE Hair Transplant
Summary of my daily progress after FUE hair transplant surgery.
Keep readingDay 6 – Phantom Water Torture
6 days after hair transplant. The sleepless nights and soreness continue. I wish I could affix tiny cameras to monitor the progress. I’ve begun to troll the Internet, trying to find pictures of how I will look with 2,800 grafts.
Keep readingDay 5 – It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint
5 days after hair transplant. Five days after my hair transplant, I’m getting anxious and impatient. I continue to follow my post-op regimen and am healing well. However, I’m uncomfortable, tired, and can’t wait to take a real shower.
Keep readingDay 4 – Back to Work, Back to Reality
4 days after hair transplant. Today is my first day back to work since my hair transplant. After another sleepless night, it’s going to be a long day. I’m also nervous about how people might react to my hair, so I’m trying to find ways to hide my head during my marathon video conference calls.
Keep readingDay 3 – Itchy and Scabby Scalp
3 days after hair transplant. Starting to move around the house and being mindful I don’t bump my head or bend over too far. My head is beginning to itch, and the donor area is painful.
Keep readingDay 2 – Managing my Hair Transplant Post-op
2 days after hair transplant. Wondering if I did enough research before taking this journey. Took my first shower today and washed my hair. I continue to sleep upright, use the Liposomal spray, and follow my post-op directions.
Keep readingDay 1 – First Day of Post Operation for my Hair Transplant
1 day after my FUE hair transplant. I have to sleep at a 90-degree angle, the donor area is painful, can’t use my CPAP machine, ice forehead, and spray head every 30 minutes with Liposomal ATP spray to promote healing.
Keep readingDay of FUE Hair Transplant Surgery – Part 2
The second half of the day, Dr. Josephitis’s team works diligently to relocate the extracted hair grafts to their new home.
Keep readingDay of FUE Hair Transplant Surgery – Part 1
1 day after hair transplant. Today is the day I have my Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) hair transplant. The morning is focused on Dr. Josephitis and his team removing hair grafts from my donor area.
Keep readingHair Transplant Pre-op: Preparing my scalp for FUE hair transplant – Part 2
In the second part of the day, the doctor and his team prepare my scalp for my FUE hair transplant.
Keep readingHair Transplant Pre-op: Define Hairline, Buzz Head, Before Photos – Part 1
The first part of my FUE hair transplant pre-op session focuses on capture before pictures, meet Dr. Josephitis, buzz my head, and define my new hairline.
Keep readingLessons I am Learning about Hair Transplants for Men
These are the key lessons I have learned during my hair loss and hair replacement journey.
Keep readingPreparing for Tomorrow’s Hair Transplant Procedure
I never thought the day would arrive. Today I begin my hair transplant journey. My first focus is adhering to the pre-op instructions and begin packing before the big day.
Keep readingMy Lucky Day
My original FUE hair transplant date was Jan 25, 2021. I was on a waitlist if an opening became available. I was fortunate to accept a new last-minute space on Aug 11, 2020.
Keep readingStarting my Hair Growth Regimen
After 47 years, I’m finally beginning my hair restoration regimen. This includes Finasteride, Rogaine foam, and I’ve scheduled my FUT hair transplant surgery for Jan 25, 2021.
Keep readingSelecting a Hair Loss Clinic and Doctor
Don’t overthink choosing your hair restoration doctor. When you know, you know. This is how I decided on Dr. David Josepthitis at The Shapiro Medical Group.
Keep readingResearching Hair Loss Doctors
Selecting the right hair restoration doctor is the same as finding the right partner. It requires kissing a lot of frogs before you find your prince/princess of doctors. This article shares my approach and where I swiped left or right.
Keep readingMy Hair Loss
The future of my hairline will take on a classic horseshoe pattern – party on the sides and back and nothing on the top. Not the look I was hoping for.
Keep readingAbout
Introduction to The Hair and Now. The goal of this site is to share my perspective as I begin my hair restoration journey.
Keep readingDisclaimer
This blog is considered for entertainment purposes only. Any action you take upon the information on this website is strictly at your own risk, and I will not be liable for any losses and damages connected with the use of this site.
Keep readingMy Hair Loss Story
I wish I was someone who could accept my hair loss and be content with my hairline or shaving my head. But I’m not. I’ve struggled with my hair loss starting in my 20s and never took action. Now that I’m in my 40s, it’s time to take the initiative and be the change I…
Keep readingIntroducing The Hair and Now
Introduction to The Hair and Now. This site is dedicated to sharing my journey of hair loss, restoration, and replacement. My hope is to provide others exploring hair loss treatment with an honest perspective based on my experience.
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