Chris Bumstead Undergoes Hair Transplant In Turkey With Iain Valliere

Five time Olympia Classic Champion Chris Bumstead and Iain Valliere underwent hair transplant operations in Turkey!

Chris Bumstead is usually seen transforming his physique to prepare for the Mr. Olympia bodybuilding stage. After winning his 5th Classic Olympia title in November 2023, Bumstead started his journey to Istanbul with the Raw Team.

Bumstead recently shared a post on Instagram showing that he underwent hair transplant, along with Iain Valliere. The brothers-in-law shared the early stages on social media after going through the first phases of the hair transplant in Turkey.

 

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 “I guess this is what they think a fade is in Turkey. I have a feeling that it’s going to grow back thicker than ever though.” Bumstead, who recently underwent a stem cell kidney regeneration treatment is four weeks out of winning his fifth consecutive Classic Physique Olympia title. He was able to successfully defend his title once again after a full year of prep, which seemed to go smoother than last year. Bumstead has dealt with different injuries over the course of his career and this includes competing with a torn bicep in 2022.

As for Valliere, his competition days may be done but he continues to train hard in the gym. Valliere announced his retirement from competitive bodybuilding this year. Despite not taking the stage anymore, Valliere admitted he will remain active in the bodybuilding world and in the gym.

What Causes Hair Loss in Men 

Hair loss in men stems largely from genetic makeup and male sex hormones. These include things such as testosterone, DHT, and other androgens. Many professional bodybuilders such as Chris Bumstead take substances such as anabolic steroids and often speed up the process of hair loss in men. In addition, diet and exercise regimens can also contribute to hair loss. Stress is another large factor.

Follicles are small cavities in the scalp that hold each and every single strand of hair, and generally, when the hair follicle shrinks over time, this is what causes the baldness to start, and results in shorter, thinner, and finer hair. Follicles will eventually shrink to the point where new hair will no longer grow within it, but typically the follicles remain alive, and this suggests that it is still possible to grow new hair.

Treatments to Fight Hair Loss

There are plenty of options when it comes to combating the symptoms of hair loss, some are even over-the-counter. Let’s take a look at the some of these options.

One way to fight hair loss is Minoxidil (Rogaine). Rogaine is available over the counter as a liquid or foam, and just needs to be applied to the scalp twice per day. It will help with the stimulation of hair growth, as well as the prevention of hair loss. Minoxidil is the active ingredient in Rogaine, and it can be found on its own as a liquid solution or also as an oral tablet. However, do not expect overnight results with this option, and results can vary from person to person. If you were to choose these options you need to be patient, as Rogaine and Minoxidil can take 4 to 6 months to see results, if any.

Another option of treatment to fight hair loss in men is Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar). Rather than a cream or foam, Finasteride is a pill that you take daily, and unfortunately it is only available with a prescription from your doctor. This option also requires a lot of patience, as the FDA states that generally, it will take at least 3 months of daily use to see results from the drug, and results are not guaranteed.

If you have a family history of thinning hairlines, it’d be better if you start taking care of your hair from a young age. Especially if you are an athlete or a bodybuilder delving into PEDs.

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