Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Day 9 - Post Transplant

New Years Eve! This morning Dr. Lam's office called to confirm my appointment Friday and to check on me. I really like their customer service.

My scalp is really itching. Its a catch 22 since if I touch it - barely - it hurts. So, the itching is never really satisfied. The donor area is really tight tight tight and uncomfortable. I looked at it in the mirror to see if it looks different. It doesn't to my naked eye, but it is certainly healing because the pressure and tightness is definitely more each day. The transplanted area is starting to look greyish. Almost like a five o'clock shadow. Hair can't possibly be coming in this fast! But I sure wish it was. :-) I think its residual shea butter and dirt! Yuck!

I wonder if the stitch removal will hurt.... Oh well! Par for the course. Hopefully, it will relieve some of the pressure.

I feel kind of guilty taking so much vicodin. Maybe after Friday, I can use something milder, but right now vicodin is my FRIEND! I can't really get comfortable on my pillow without something really strong.

The video I posted here shows how I put a "base scarf" on everyday and then a decorative scarf that matches my outfit.

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