Alopecia or severe hair loss from other parts of the body can affect larger or smaller areas, and there are several types of this problem, depending on the extent and localization of hair loss. The most common cause of severe hair loss is genetics - in medicine, a problem known as androgenetic alopecia, while we have already mentioned stress as a cause! However, alopecia can also occur due to hormonal imbalances, menopause, bacterial or fungal infections, diabetes, anemia, malnutrition; then severe hair loss also occurs as a result of chemotherapy, thyroid disease, autoimmune disease lupus, poor blood circulation, but also due to the use of steroids and other popular fitness products.

If you have noticed severe hair loss and want to solve the problem of androgenetic alopecia, what you need to know is that hair transplantation is the only long-term solution! However, alopecia is a problem that requires a detailed analysis to determine the factors that led to it, as well as whether you are a good candidate for transplantation. It does not mean that every hair loss problem requires transplantation! There are several degrees of hair loss, and depending on the stage your hair is in, it also depends on whether you are a candidate for hair transplantation.

The first degree is when there has not been a significant loss of hair, and then transplantation is done in case of individual client's desire and need. For the transplantation results to be positive and visible, you need to lose more hair but not allow alopecia to turn into excessive or complete hair loss, as transplantation cannot be done then, given that there will not be enough donor hair. In men, severe hair loss can last for months or even years, making you a good candidate for hair transplantation.

For the hair transplantation experience to be most positive when needed, it is necessary to thoroughly examine the history of the problem and provide the doctor with information about genetically inherited factors and all other potential causes of the problem, such as diseases and other health issues. The specialist doctor will explain the entire transplantation procedure to you and also guide you through the postoperative phase during which head hygiene and strictly adhering to advice and care instructions are crucial conditions for success when it comes to hair transplantation. Experiences will be positive only if you follow the entire procedure before and after hair transplantation.

Hair transplantation - experiences of patients who underwent the FUE (follicle unit extraction) method for hair transplantation, cost, and what this procedure entails

As we have already said, for hair transplantation, i.e., experiences to be positive - it is necessary to determine the diagnosis at the beginning and make a plan with the help of which you will achieve the desired appearance and density of hair, i.e., move hair from the donor region to the region where hair loss is noticed. In the first examination, the doctor will determine if you are a good candidate for the FUE method of hair transplantation or if you have to wait for this step. If it is determined that transplantation is a good solution for you, an expert and experienced doctor will propose the 2nd phase - taking graphs (whole follicular units) using a microsurgical knife from the donor region. Usually, this is the back of the head, where the hair is denser and resistant to processes that lead to hair loss on other parts of the head, so alopecia is not observed in this region, and the hair from the back of the head retains the same properties even when transplanted. Then, the isolated follicle is placed in a special solution and kept there until the moment of transplantation. With the help of the FUE method and a specially designed knife, the follicle is taken without damage and leaves no scars, and the holes on the donor region quickly heal.

When the phase of extracting follicular units is completed, the careful insertion of grafts into the area where severe hair loss is noticed begins. This is a very sensitive phase because care must be taken about the direction, depth, and angle at which the grafts will be implanted, as well as the proper distribution of grafts to achieve a natural look and so that when it comes to FUE hair transplantation, experiences are positive, and the results are more than satisfying for the patient! Whether the graft is properly extracted and inserted into the appropriate layer of the skin, at the appropriate angle of the natural growth of your hair, determines whether hair transplantation, i.e., experiences with the FUE method, will bring you good results!

After the intervention, an antibiotic ointment is applied to the area where the implanted grafts are located, and gauze is placed to protect the region to the maximum for the first 24 hours. Postoperative care also includes adhering to instructions for washing hair, avoiding the sun and physical activities that would lead to sweating for a certain period. The doctor will give you detailed guidelines on how to behave before and after the intervention, and it is up to you to adhere to these things, and there is no reason why hair transplantation should not be successful!

When it comes to hair transplantation, the cost is one of the decision-making factors for whether to undergo this method or not. If hair loss is more than an aesthetic problem for you, surely the cost of hair transplantation should be a lesser problem, because hair transplantation can really change not only your personal description but also the quality of life! Besides, although the cost of hair transplantation is a significant factor, more than that, you should be interested in the experience, professional approach, and expertise of the doctor, as well as the credibility of the clinic where you want to do hair transplantation. In the "Colić" hospital, the cost of hair transplantation is from 1000-4000€, depending on the number of hairs that need to be transplanted to achieve a satisfactory effect.

Although the cost of hair transplantation is slightly higher than other methods that are alternatively offered as a solution to hair loss, know that hair transplantation is the only permanent solution! You are probably skeptical about whether the procedure will go smoothly, so you are searching for the term "hair transplantation experiences" to hear real stories... Don't let negative comments from people who were unlucky enough to undergo hair transplantation in a proven clinic and with reliable and experienced experts discourage you. Ask us anything you're interested in, and if you follow all the doctor's instructions - the final results of hair transplantation will be visible after a few months, and your satisfaction will be endless!

Author of the text: Biljana Radojčić