I've been losing hair since the age of 17, with a gradual and steadily receding hairline. At age 24, I got a small hair transplant for 500 Grafts to somewhat restore my hairline. Though the procedure was decent, 2 and 3 hair grafts were used to construct my hairline leaving it with a pluggy appearance. Serves me right for not doing my research fully and thoroughly.

Second time around, I did do my research thoroughly. I spent 8 months trolling the forums, looking at results and postings. I decided to go with Dr. Rahal and made an appointment many months in advance. At the time of creating this profile, I am 12 days into my second HT and like so many patients, time cannot go by quicker. I have a long and arduous journey ahead of me including the much dreaded 'ugly duckling' phase....... just hoping this ugly duckling turns into a swan and not an ugly duck.

Your comments and advice on my pictures would be appreciated.

17 and balding is no ones idea of a great way to kick of adulthood. Like so many others, it scarred me and marred my self confidence. I was constantly self conscious.

Rogaine and Proscar have helped stop further loss. I'm hoping the HT will work best for me though.

My experience was excellent; I couldnt have asked for a better procedure and care. All the posts you read about Dr. Rahal and his staff being top notch and attentive are true. As a person and as a caregiver, I give him and his team an A; even post op. Both Dr. Rahal and Adrian's turnaround time to my questions is excellent.

As for the results, time will tell. Day 12 is a bit premature to write about it.

Proscar (or propecia) and Rogaine

Hoping life has changed for the better... though things will get worse before they can.