I’m 16 and I’m Going Bald!
January 26, 2010
Hair loss at any age can be devastating, but to begin the hair loss process as a teenager is beyond the scope of what most teens will ever be forced to cope with. A larger percentage of boys deal with the early onset of male pattern hair loss than most people realize. An estimated 20% of hair loss sufferers begin the process of balding before than age of twenty one, and many begin before they even graduate from high school. What these young hair loss sufferers need to know is that they are not alone and that there is life after hair loss.
It’s important that teens confide in their parents, and seek the advise of a physician who specializes in hair loss as soon as they notice any change in their hair. Early intervention is always the key to the effective treatment of hair loss, but immediate emotional support can be even more important during this extremely vulnerable time in a young hair loss sufferers life.
Last week a young man posted his story and plea for help on the BaldtruthTalk.com message forums:
“I am a 16 year old boy, and this is my story. For about a year now, I have been losing my hair.”
“Every single day, I dedicated it to finding a cure. But found nothing.. I discovered Hair Restoration on the internet, and went to a hair restoration company.. The lady at the consultation felt bad for me, so she sent me to see a surgeon.. Once I saw him, all he did was prescribe me Propecia, and tell me that my donor area was outstanding (really good). But I couldn’t fill it because they said I had to be 18.. I bought a very expensive wig to cover it up, but it makes me feel faker than ever when I wear it.. I can’t do the activities I wish to do with it on either, or it will just fall off.. I cry a lot because of it.. I don’t go outside anymore because of it.. And it hurts so much emotionally because of my age.. Some nights, I even cry myself to sleep because of it.” “I wish someone could fix this, and make it go away.”
Listen to Spencer Kobren’s audio response to this young man’s post:
The Bald Truth Ranks #1 On the Web’s Most Popular Live Social Network
December 28, 2009
Social networking sites like Facebook, Myspace, Stickam and Ning, have evolved into powerful hubs for people of all ages to share news, views and information, but it’s the explosion of quality online video that has become the driving force behind the exponential growth of these sites in the past two years.
According to Nielson.com, time spent viewing online video on social networking sites was up 98% in 2009. When asked about the recent stats, Nelison’s VP of Media Analytics, Jon Gibs said, “During the past year, online video viewing has become central to the Web experience. In conjunction with this increase, we are seeing remarkable growth in video viewing on social networking sites.” [Read more]
PRP Therapy For Hair Loss
December 2, 2009
Will PRP therapy for hair loss prove to be another effective tool in our limited hair restoration arsenal? We say “yes,” but Is all PRP created equal? Only time will tell.
Long time listener Destin calls the program to discuss his Platelet Rich Plasma therapy experience with PRP pioneer Dr. Joseph Greco.
DermMatch, Toppik or GLH - There’s No Shame In “Painting Your Bald Spot.”
November 30, 2009
Long time listener “Steve from Brooklyn” calls the guys to discuss the old school message boards, and one of the least talked about options for covering or camouflaging thinning hair; the use of cosmetic hair loss concealers.
Discount Hair Transplants - No Consultation Needed - “We Work Weekends.”
November 23, 2009
The cost of hair transplant marketing might be passed on to the consumer in more ways than one. Listen to Spencer Kobren and Dave Solazzo discuss their personal experiences dealing with various hair transplant clinics.
UK Hair Transplant Surgeon Takes Stand – “You’re Too Young For a Hair Transplant”
November 20, 2009
IAHRS accepted Member Bessam Farjo, M.D., currently the UK’s leading hair transplant surgeon, is calling for appropriate age restrictions after seeing a disturbing trend of teenage boys wanting to undergo hair transplantation.
Whether it’s reality TV or gorilla marketing on the internet, Dr. Farjo has seen a 23 percent increase in young men contacting his practice for consultations in the past 12 months alone.
Dr. Farjo is currently the only hair transplant surgeon in the UK who is recommend by the American Hair Loss Association and is the past President of The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery.
Dr. Farjo’s clinic receives calls from the parents of boys as young as 16 years old who desperately want to help their child restore their receding hairlines, but Dr. Farjo thinks it’s the responsibility of the professionals to better educate these families and to “just say no.” [Read more]
Live Hair Transplant Webcast - YouTube Star Greg Benson Takes The Plunge
November 4, 2009
Spencer Kobren hosts this groundbreaking LIVE interactive chat and phone-in Q & A event starting at 12:30PM EST/ 9:30AM PST.
Call in live to speak with Greg and IAHRS Hair Transplant Surgeon Dr. Alan Bauman during the procedure and/ or chat with others who are interested in learning more about the hair transplant process.
This is an event you won’t want to miss!
** Video From Today’s Event
Nalts “Comes Out” To Talk About Hair Transplants | This Week on The Bald Truth 8/23/09
August 20, 2009
Kevin Nalty, “Viral Video Genius,” joins the guys to discuss his recent hair transplant procedure with IAHRS accepted Member Dr. Alan Bauman of Boca Raton, Florida. Dr. Bauman (SurgeonofNalts) Will also be joining the guys to discuss the procedure and Nalts’ hair growth prognosis.
This is a show you won’t want to miss! [Read more]
Spencer Kobren | How Hair Loss Colors Our lives
August 7, 2009
No matter to what degree we deal with it, hair loss can effect every aspect of our lives. Those who are lucky enough to escape hair loss will never fully understand its profound effect on the way we’re perceived by others, and the way in which we view ourselves.
Each week The Bald Truth touches on the subjects that other radio talk shows don’t have the courage to broach. [Read more]
Tonight on The Bald Truth 6/7/09 - Dr. Joseph Greco and Robert Brandt
June 7, 2009
Dr. Joseph Greco and President of Orogen Biosciences Robert Brandt, join Spencer Kobren to discuss what many believe is a true breakthrough in the treatment of Androgenic Alopecia and other hair loss diseases, PRP therapy. Orgen Biosciences, Inc is a biotech company that specializes in various applications of growth factors and stem cell technology. Both Dr. Greco and Robert Brandt are pioneers in the use of Platelet Rich Plasma therapy for the treatment of hair loss and will be discussing the real world applications of this exciting new therapy.
Join us live tonight - 8pm EST, 5pm PST
You can view the show live directly through The Bald Truth website:
http://www.thebaldtruth.com/watch-live/
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