Hair Transplant for Pro Soccer Player

Hello Dr Rassman,
Your site is very helpfull and I appreciate what you are doing to help and support those who are suffering with hair loss.

I am a 22 yr ol male and I play professional soccer in the UK and am seriously considering coming over to you for a consultation in hope of having a hair transplant. I was wondering however if the surgery will affect in the long term my ability to head the ball and my sporting performance and also if taking propecia will affect my performance. I look forward to hearing from you.

First, be aware that Propecia is banned for many professional sports players, because it masks steroid use. A hair transplant will not stop you from engaging in full sports within a couple of weeks after the surgery. “Heading” the ball should not be a problem either. If you want to get to full sports in a few days after surgery, you might be a candidate for FUE as a harvesting approach.

Please send me pictures showing the degree of balding and I can be more informative. Your confidentiality is convered under laws that protect you when dealing with a doctor.