One of the most common things patients say after a hair transplant is that nobody fully prepared them for the waiting. The procedure goes well. They go home. And then… not much happens for a while. Then some of what did happen seems to reverse. Then, slowly, things start moving in the right direction. Then […]
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What Happens to the Donor Area After a Hair Transplant?
After a hair transplant, most patients focus on the recipient area. The new hairline, the grafts, the gradual growth over the coming months. Understandably so. But the donor area, where healthy follicles were harvested from the back or sides of the scalp, goes through its own healing process. And it raises plenty of queries. Does […]
Hair Shedding vs. Hair Loss: How to Tell the Difference
You’re in the shower. You glance down. There’s more hair circling the drain than you remember seeing last week, or maybe last month. You do a quick mental calculation, try to remember if this is new, and then spend the next ten minutes quietly spiraling. Sound familiar? Most people have been there. And most people […]
Hair Loss After Weight Loss: What to Know
Losing weight can bring many positive health benefits, but for some people, it also comes with an unexpected side effect: hair loss. Increased shedding or thinning after weight loss can be discouraging, especially when you’ve worked hard to improve your health. The good news is that hair loss after weight loss is common and usually […]
Dr. Bruce Marko Reflects on Early Signs of Hair Loss
Have you recently noticed a significant increase in the shedding of your hair? While some shedding is normal, an excessive increase can be an early indication of hair loss. Dr. Bruce Marko reflects on early warning signs that you may be experiencing early in the process: Early Signs of Hair Loss Increased Shedding Hair shedding, […]