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In this video, I discuss my hair loss journey with alopecia areata universalis and go over what I think may have caused some of my hair to grow back.
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[@lizinnyc]

So proud of you! Love you :) UPDATE: Thanks everyone for the well wishes and support!

[@drgarylinkov]

Love you!!!!

[@kimc555]

Very happy to hear of your recovery and remission.

[@h.dbrown776]

Great job at reducing your stress levels by reducing the amount of services you provided. That sounded like a key turning point. Keep up the great work.

[@mjkelly9801]

@@drgarylinkov So happy yr wife is in remission ♡ And glad for you that yr hair is growing back, do some relaxation to music x 20mins of an evening when you can, even if yr not feeling stressed ♡

[@embassysweets8607]

Blessings to you both!!

[@GLOKD]

It is truly remarkable that you are able to run a medical practice, support your wife through a diagnosis of leukemia and chemotherapy, raise a daughter, make peace with severe hairloss, AND produce consistently brilliant youtube videos. Kudos to you, and a massive congratulations to your wife for beating cancer.

[@dsa2591]

And don't forget all his surgeries he's performed on top of all that!

[@mindbodyessentialllc4836]

Well said!

[@garyoconnor6131]

That’s a brilliant comment. 100% agree. Such a compassionate doctor / surgeon. Totally honest.

[@robertoladrondeguevara3873]

What a man

[@fivebagsforlife7479]

I agree! Doc and his wife really makes the best out of “bad events” 🤍

[@bwj999]

The fact you were struggling with your own hair issues would increase my trust of you as a hair doctor. Your openess about your journey is admirable.

[@zeenamohammed1204]

Im a stage 4 cancer survivor. I enjoy Your videos. Been cancer free almost 9yrs. You are an inspiration in my life... God's Blessings upon you always Doc🙏🏼

[@Mrhorrible97]

God bless.

[@LiterallyJustAnActualPotato]

So happy to hear that you have been cancer free for so long! Thank you for sharing! God bless you ❤❤❤❤

[@redpillrebel3]

stage 4 isn't a death-sentence, agreed indeed.

[@Thesebji]

What a gigachad. Supported his wife, educated people about hairloss and looked after his little girl while going through all of this.

[@prezidenttrump5171]

Get off the internet, it's ruined your brain.

[@Sam-hw4kj]

Do you live in a bubble? We all have huge crap to go through. Not just balding and having a couple with cancer. Some people go through SO MUCH WORSE.

[@JokerInfinityWar]

You are selfish for thinking like this. You don't decide who has it worse or who doesn't @@Sam-hw4kj

[@Thesebji]

@@Sam-hw4kj i dont know what you are trying to say here. Just because there are people going through worse does not mean i cannot show a little support to this guy. And why do you assume i live in a bubble? You said everyone is going through something and you just assumed my life is all sunshine and roses? And if you think having a condition with aggressive hair loss throughout the body which even caused his eyebrows to fall out, being paralysed for a while and having his young wife go through cancer is not "Worse", i am sorry but you dont have a shred of empathy.

[@daspontanious]

Damn ppl get mad as hell on the internet

[@SteveJonesOwnsDSP]

Also, I wanted to say that a doctor that has lost his hair, understands what patients are going through in recovering it themselves. So there is a shared mission -- a doctor who has a full head of hair might not have the same zeal and vigor to help others because they are less likely to empathize.

[@kw9859]

I completely agree

[@NHarthje]

I don't agree. This would mean, that any doctor or person who did not have the same illnesses and problems isn't very interested in healing them or helping the people. There is a reason, why somone chooses a field in medicine, and most of the time it is a very deep interest in the field and in helping the people who suffer. You don't just walk into a store and choose a profession, this ist a lifetime dedication. Also, the human mind is much more complex than just "oh I know how you feel, I am now better at this". This would mean I need to look out for doctors without hair to get a better treatment. Your statement doesn't make sense. Sorry.

[@GLOKD]

I completely agree. As a man suffering with hairloss, I would be more comfortable discussing this issue with a doctor who was bald or receding in some way.

[@christinechristine3848]

Ò😅

[@TheFracturedfuture]

​@@NHarthjeThis is bull shit. Most doctors give zero fucks about you, they just want to get paid and that's it.

[@lpanayi6954]

It's amazing how different you look even with a small amount of hair. That said, I think you looked extremely cool without hair.

[@isk8454]

As someone else who's a surgical MD that's also been through some things, including Bell's palsy (which unfortunately left a mark), it's a real nice change of pace to see an American KZbinr doctor who's not only open about his journey and misfortunes, but also down to earth, evidence based and just plain sympathetic - especially in a very shallow field of work. Great seeing your stuff! J from Sweden

[@GhostSal]

Bell’s palsy? Me too with permanent damage, I’m sorry to hear you have gone through that too.

[@minxyminto8143]

I’ve only ever ‘known’ you without hair and without knowing your back story. I just thought you were this cool, good looking surgeon who was at the top of his game but who had extra special qualities of humility, humbleness and humour shining through every video. It’s probably only now, looking back, that you can see the gift that all of your challenges were - who better could understand a client’s lived experience of losing their hair, whether it be via genetics, autoimmune conditions or chemo, than someone who has gone through it themselves. More power to you. I wish you continued success and above all, good health for you, your wife and adorable daughter.

[@caba32503]

So we'll spoken

[@Robd07]

Same here

[@marga5117]

Thanks for sharing. Speaking about physical appearence, I like you equally, with and without hair, actually thinking that you sometimes looked really tired... Great you take care of yourself!

[@nicolajeffrey1831]

Love this comment

[@mernie2011]

I wanted to leave a comment and then read yours! You wrote everything I wanted to write! So thumbs up to your comment! 👍🏼

[@oduwo]

The all bald look was ICONIC but I'm glad to hear you're feeling better these days. Congrats to you and your family!

[@davidmegino]

Thank you for sharing your personal story with us. I’m so happy to see you are getting better and that your wife is too. I started to lose my hair when I was 17, it was due to MPB though but mentally it wasn't easy at all. We have super aggressive hair loss in our family (my two brothers were Norwood 7 by 28-30), not to mention aggressive retrograde alopecia as well, all my cousins in both families are Norwood 6-7 by 30. I am 32 and I have managed to keep 90% of my hair. Unfortunately I experienced bad side effects from finasteride and had to quit. However, using minoxidil + microneedling saved my hair. I strongly believe that DHT is related to blood circulation, which in turn due to low supply leads to hair loss. I used a derma roller + minoxidil and kept losing hair. Once I switched to a high-quality pen, within two months my shedding stopped and my hair started to get thicker by month 4 with a lot of new growth. I have followed this protocol for 5 years and haven't lost ground. It's possible-just be consistent but again, I am not sure if it could help with Alopecia areata or any other condition that is related to immune system . However for MPB, with an high quality Pen and NEVER skip sessions and the magic will come. If it worked for me, it should work for EVERYONE.

[@DavidGordon-gn7gm]

which pen brand are you using? thanks for this comment by the way

[@davidmegino]

Korabeauticals, theirs needles are currently the thinnest in the market as far as I know

[@danielmichaeli4130]

what's your routine exactly?

[@davidmegino]

1.5mm once a week, never missed a treatment

[@KeelieBrox-wl3go]

do you suggest any oil/balsam/whatever to use additionally to the needle pen?

[@rashida7777]

This may be weird...but I like him without the hair better. His look was ethereal.

[@tixie88]

I sort of agree! 😂

[@MBdrummer3288]

I actually thought you looked pretty freaking cool without hair. You were a very unique individual. But I am very happy for you that your hair is coming back. That’s fantastic doc. Good luck to you and keep growing that hair!

[@wolfumz]

Yeah, once you get used to looking at a face without any eyebrows, it's actually a really cool look for a guy.

[@wallywalkabout]

Me too, Dr. Gary, you look more handsome than that with beard and mustasch starting to grow

[@BarB2-90Nine]

I thought how great you looked after all Bro

[@_blank-_]

He actually looks worse with hair.

[@BarB2-90Nine]

Why say he looks worse not a nice comment

[@kaylynn1085]

He's so handsome, with or without hair.

[@TodayAndForevermore-gt3ff]

oh my word i was going to post the exact same thing until i read your post. he has such a gorgeous family as well and i am so inspired by it.

[@AmericaFirstUnderGod]

Yeap, and his voice is amazing.

[@classic-superette]

looks way better with hair. bald men look like literal shiny egg heads (or if you have a round head), soccer balls...

[@tamirule4216]

I concur 👍🏻

[@vanessaandreatta9098]

I totally agree. In fact, my high school sweetheart was a lot alike. Only different chin and eyes color...

[@user-qk1id6uz8g]

So glad you're wife made it through! May you have many years together with health.

[@drchoco315]

Hello. I am a plastic surgeon in Korea. I watched the video very touching and useful. And I learn a lot. I will always support you❤👍

[@drgarylinkov]

🙏

[@szszszsz95395]

반갑습니다. ^^

[@misterJ420]

having eyebrows makes a huge difference.. even more than hair :D

[@diegoherrera_23]

Facts

[@lilarose9348]

Very true. I’ve noticed that with chemo patients.

[@katmeg1117]

True

[@jeanne-marie8196]

I am so happy to here that your wife is in remission. As a cancer survivor, who has been cancer free for a few years now, I know the relief that is felt. Both of you can now enjoy what joy a four-year-old can bring! I love little ones at that age. They are so funny! One can really see the development of their personalities. Keep on enjoying life!

[@ruego-qj7bt]

'..happy to _hear_ ..'

[@amewithane]

I’ve been dealing with alopecia universalis for almost 20 years and I can’t say how refreshing it is to see you be so honest about the effects of stress and the huge impact it has on the condition. I’ve regrown quite a bit of hair back after it seemed nearly impossible and I seriously think stress was a huge factor. Learning to balance my life in several aspects and learning to cope with what arises. I’m so sorry about what your wife had to go through but I’m glad she’s better now. Thanks for everything you shared, it was a truly inspiring and refreshing video.

[@SACKBOY123432]

You should try intermittent fasting if you haven't already, like the doctor in the video. It's good for slowing down aging, it might help the condition

[@carolynthornton8017]

IN MY VIEW You are such a good and kind man. Your love of yourself, family, medical practice and KZbin audience spills out onto us. May God wrap his arms around you, your family and your medical practice and continue to reward you with peace and a pleasing life.

[@chilloff5948]

12:34 dude was in great shape!! Super good looking guy too. I can't imagine going from a young guy with everything going for him (looks, career, beautiful wife etc) to losing ALL your hair, potentially losing your career/health, and having your wife go through what she went through. This is such a badass comeback story, it's people like this that really inspire. Hopefully everything keeps going this way for them!

[@talk-supersix-seven6021]

One thing about Dr. Linkov is he is a role model. He has always shown a lot of maturity and that's what makes me admire the guy.

[@JonaszOlszewski]

True!!

[@JamesMadisonsSpiritAnimal]

Started loosing hair at 17, at that point I had many gfs, lost my Vcard by 15 and was considered good looking. However being bald by 19, your fucked. 19 year old girls have zero desire for a bald guy their age. It ruined my life and my sex life didn't pick up again until I started seeing girls age 25+ fucking nightmare

[@talk-supersix-seven6021]

@@JamesMadisonsSpiritAnimal I can imagine how painful that must be. Growing up there was a few guys that women straight up worshipped.. Everyone thought they were cute, and would spam every social media picture with praise. There was nothing special about these guys, they were just good looking that's it, everything was projected onto them. I just try and imagine how at 18 how drastically they would fall from grace if they had sudden hair loss. It's brutal to think of. I'm so glad I've not had any significant hair loss and I got in good shape, so I look good for my age, often mistaken for mid twenties when I'm 30.

[@guinnmyahslaysstaymad]

​@@JamesMadisonsSpiritAnimalis having many gf's and loosing your v card at such a young age where you're basically a child really that much of a flex?

[@TheBub26]

my aunt has alopecia and she had her eyebrows tattooed on, so to speak. the artist used ultraviolet light to reveal her eyebrow shadow and used that as a guide, so his tattoo was perfectly shaped & placed. they look amazingly natural

[@hitsugiluva]

Whoa I’ve never heard of that! That’s awesome

[@juliea8940]

Me 2

[@amitsuju]

Gary, we all are proud of you. You are awesome! You went through so much and still decided to help people.

[@sparklepurple24]

I love your channel for many reasons... but mostly, it's your honesty and transparency.

[@lewispoll4409]

dude this was probably the happiest I've been seeing a youtube thumbnail pop up in such a long time. always have seen your videos and always recognized you as the doctor without the hair, and seeing this, you really look like a whole new person. I've known the struggles of hair loss personally, so can only imagine how much this probably means for you too. you look great!

[@user-zy9ow7qg8n]

ditto to the max ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤!!! You do look great!!!!♡❤♡❤♡❤♡❤♡❤!!!!!! Tammy Sudol!!!♡

[@amylee9]

My 19 year old son got alopecia areata last year. I was devastated and so was he, but your videos made us feel less alone and like we had good company. It's amazing how hair is linked so deeply to our sense of well-being. Seeing bald spots in yourself or someone is psychologically very difficult. It's not "Just hair". It's a constant visual reminder of something being wrong with you. His spots all refilled, but there's always the fear of them coming back. I feel stress is a HUGE component to this....

[@touliable]

It is. I have a friend who had lost all her hair overnight as a child when she was told her mom was expecting. And another when she had a health scare in her early 20s etc Best wishes.

[@kyledunsmore6585]

My wife has had it in the past and my stepson battles it as well.

[@humanbean3]

my hair has starting falling out in clumps after my mom has passed.. i dont really care that much about going bald but i think its starting to get better after a couple years@@touliable

[@thusharanup4906]

Wishing the best for your son, I'm sure his hair will look great for years to come :)

[@vivianelima4065]

Stress has everything to do with this, I have a female friend with alopecia and when she changed her lifestyle and got more relaxed, her hair grew back. And allow me to comment something else: people's body react differently to stress- for instance, when I was REALLY stressed for several months I got diagnosed with lymphoma, out of the blue. I got cured (remission), but I'm pretty sure all that amount of stress has everything to do with my diagnosis

[@marissabulso6439]

You are a beautiful human being-one of the steadiest and most compassionate content creators I have ever come across. Thank you for sharing your story, your knowledge, and your care with us. Love and prayers for you and your family. 🙏🏻❤️❤️

[@catherinepoloynis]

I have a friend who lost all his hair suddenly as a teenager but he has had a great, successful life without it. He swears it was from getting a lot of dental fillings ( mercury?) about that time. He was under a great deal of family stress just then as well. You folks have been through a lot, hope you have clear sailing from now on! Interesting videos, by the way.

[@Uhohlisa]

I’m so happy for you, your wife, and your entire family. Seriously, you guys deserve the world.

[@Birds_and_art]

I had no idea you were at all stressed, you speak so well and your videos are so informative and easy to listen to. You have done an amazing job building this channel with your wife being ill, a young child at home and your own health challenges. The fact that you love to share and educate is really apparent and no doubt the reason your channel is so popular. Thankyou

[@aubreejolie5809]

❤

[@Erica-yr3gf]

My heart goes out to you and your family dr. Linkov. You haven’t have it easy. Life have a funny way for healing us balance things out. I’m just wondering if it ever crossed your mind to treat your body by backing you gut flora. Dr. William Davis has a book called ‘super gut’. According to him all illnesses including autoimmune diseases originate from unbalanced gut flora. It’s a wonderful book and highly recommend it. Instead of treating your illness, you just restore your micro biome. Appreciate your videos. Thank you. ❤️🙏🏻

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

You have been through a lot, with yourself and family sickness...it gives you the best bedside manner, which is gold for a patient.❤

[@gracecharise4488]

Thanks Dr Linkov for sharing and for educating and encouraging so many, in the process. I thank God that you are on the road to recovery and your wife is healed, in Jesus name.🙏

[@wewe12173]

You've all my respect Doctor, even before this video, but now you truly made me emotional. Sometimes we feel like we've have the most terrible thing and that the world is against us, but seeing you facing your alopecia, support your wife, raise a daughter with her, go on with your work and publish incredibly informative videos is so much inspiring. I wish all the best to you and your family

[@nabeelawan9428]

"Its only after we've Lost everything, That we are free to do anything" that hit me hard. you are such a Motivation Doc Gary, stay Happy brother

[@debrandw246]

Bless you. You are such a kind person. Its a pleasure to be on this channel. My best to you and your lovely wife and daughter.

[@summerisherechannel8242]

I have alopecia that comes and goes. I notice that when I am stressed or things happening in my life that are challenging to deal with, I get an alopecia spot. When I just leave it alone and ignore it, and reduce my stress, then it can just disappear out of no where and the hair lost grows back so rapidly that you can't even tell where that area was. I automatically thought it was about the stress when I first began your video. Thank you for sharing. I pray you and your wife's health continues to improve.

[@takkariarmstrong8736]

It’s weird seeing you with hair. But everything you’ve done and been through is insane. Your family is truly amazing.

[@linethomassen4627]

He looks good ❤

[@ceez3317]

He bearly has any

[@BrockOBauma]

​@ceez3317 He's got eyebrows though.

[@tankernkhunthot2537]

Hi Gary, I’m a young woman who have just recently been diagnosed with Alopecia Areata and it’s taken an emotional toll on me. Watching this video gives me hope that my hair would be okay as it’s a big part of my identity as well.

[@kitty_s23456]

Wishing you all the best. 🙏 💐

[@Theaatmik27thy]

Wishing you all the best

[@everythingisawesome2903]

Wishing you all the best

[@Night-Shade.]

What are you doing to combat it?

[@Blahblahblahblahblahblahblah1]

I’m sorry to hear that. I’m sure it’s a more difficult journey when a woman loses her hair. It’s expected in men a lot of the time, but still not easy. Wigs have come a very long way, and can look very natural. Maybe you could try that route while it regrows.

[@Hawthorneheights888]

I feel silly for never noticing you were bald due to alopecia 😮 I only ever watched the short reaction videos and I just thought the bald look was a style choice and looked great in glasses. You looked great before with hair and also great without! Both looks suit you but I hope you continue to heal. You and your wife are strong people to look up to.

[@tobit7]

I’m very happy for you. Autoimmune diseases can make you feel like what is wrong with me and to share a transparent journey is really important

[@SpiritSoulSense]

I love that you discussed stress so thoroughly as what’s made a difference for you. So many people are living in chronic stress that causes so much physical ailments.

[@personalityyy]

I'm an 18 year old female... Haven't even stepped in college and have lost 60-70% of my hair (my mom has severe hairfall so maybe it's genetics) . I used to have really thick hair so the fact that my hair is less than almost everyone in my friends' group and extended family has really hit me hard. And this video has given me hope that if God is willing maybe my hair will grow back again as I'm barely an adult... Maybe everything will be fine eventually....I just need faith and patience.

[@florar2463]

Hugs and love ❤❤❤

[@Tha-King-Arthur]

Just go on medication.. Visit a doctor.

[@Us3r739]

@@Tha-King-Arthurno, just accept yourself

[@MYVloliDiruJP]

Did you hear that he did fasting among other things?…. Working out?

[@harpergrace2510]

Can someone just please write down how he did it😬

[@mrscntry1]

Found you as a recommendation to watch, AND FEEL GRATEFUL! I appreciate your candor, openly sharing and GRATEFUL attitude for life and family! Blessings to you!❤😊

[@yourfunsister]

I have been following you for sometime now. I’m so sorry that you and your wife have been going through all that. Your videos are geared toward teaching and helping others, meanwhile you were suffering from your own pain and health concerns. You and your wife have been through a lot. Wishing you and your family continued blessings, strength, and good health.

[@user-fv8ow1gn3o]

I have the same problem, but I’m 22, and I’m a girl. But, my hair started to grow again after I reduced stress. It’s still a lot of stress because I live in Ukraine and there is a war. But still I did my best to reduce stress and started sleep better, improved my relationship with my husband and started care less about things I can not solve. So yeah, now I have my eyebrows back and head hair started growing. So maybe I’ll be able to take off my wig. Also I going to move from my country as it is becoming really hard to live here. Moving somewhere always stressful but still less stressful than living in a place where you can die or loose everything and stay without electricity for whole winter. So, I hope for better

[@pixiestyx1766]

You, your precious wife are inspiration to so many. We appreciate you, your family and staff more than you will ever know. Thank you for being exactly who you are.

[@nicoobrowner59]

Couldn't say it any better. He is an inspiration! Very strong man. So is his wonderful wife

[@deniseborchardt4491]

I remember watching this video when it aired months ago but never commented. I just watched it again. Thanks for sharing this journey with us. You are a natural teacher and so pleasant to listen to. Best wishes to you and your family!

[@andreaschadeck5596]

Wow, just saw this and it’s remarkable all you and your family have been through. I enjoy your videos because you aren’t nasty to the celebrities in your analysis but it helps me to see that I shouldn’t compare my own aging to people who have loads of money for procedures. It has actually helped me feel a lot better about just aging naturally. I hope you and your wife continue to heal and live long and happy lives.

[@Justinsox39]

Losing your eyebrows and eyelashes is a really tough pill to swallow. I lost all my hair 26 years ago at 19. I lost it periodically as a child also. Stay strong all you young people out there going through this

[@RevealedFilms]

Did you overcome it? I hope you did, that’s a tough situation to deal with especially at such a young age

[@natebrook]

I want to kill myself. There’s no point living. Life is hard and unfair!

[@lisagrafton2529]

I feel bad for you. Does it make you mad that jada pinket smith lied about having alopecia, saying the scare on her head was from that, and not the facelift she obviously had? She made alopecia a joke, that she used for sympathy, when it wasn't true!

[@Justinsox39]

@@lisagrafton2529 yup she doesn’t have it. Even if she did that’s the least of that she devil’s problems!!

[@itdobelikedattho8112]

What about your pubic hair?

[@lalalalaland84]

I'd like to comment that from my observation, autoimmune hairloss is due to decade(s)-long chronic stress (mental+physical) and also not sleeping. Fellow areata patient here. It wasn't until after fighting it for 8 years, I finally let go of a lot of things in my life and prioritize sleep more that mine stabilized. (Never getting back 100% to where i was before but at least i no longer look like a cancer patient and have people staring at my head) I have to add that if your body is tired and you lack sleep, exercise will make the condition worse. Also the need to consistently consume a lot of whole foods to keep any growth (supplements don't work as well).

[@sianmilne4879]

It can also be caused by extreme acute stress versus long-term chronic stress, my boss lost his hair during the opening of a new location poor guy 😅

[@HappyBeeTV-BeeHappy]

I found that eating sardines helps my sleep a lot. And I've been a chronic insomniac for most of my adult life.

[@rosamaglione7649]

I can confirm this! I was chronically stressed for most of my life. I had alopecia areata for 8 months. I remember being extra stressed at that time in my life. Got my cortisol levels tested and they were, quite literally, off the charts. I quit my job, focused on reducing stress, took stress supplements, and my alopecia areata disappeared and never returned.

[@Dark_Souls_3]

I smoke weed and Jack off like a lot of and and I don’t have a very stressful life. I mean boat sales come and goes but as they say it’s a rising tide and the boats are lifted. Essentially

[@redeemedandreadytofly1423]

My son has the same thing. Dr told him there is no cure. He has eyelid infections, the skin on his face is broken out like acne. He was in the navy when he started losing his hair. He was serving in the navy and taking a full course of online studies. Then he lost everything. It’s miserable. He does not trust doctors so his situation has not improved. He wears glasses also for the same reason. Thank you, Dr Gary for sharing your story.

[@ginahamlyn2569]

Dr Linkov, you are an inspiration. You and your wife make the world a brighter place, your child is fortunate to have you as parents. Thank you for sharing your story so openly and honestly.

[@shameemnazeer121]

You’re an inspiration Dr Linkov. I’ve been following you on KZbin for quite some time. You share with such plain honesty, sincerity, and humility it’s remarkable. This video is particularly inspiring to me because I’ve been an ER physician for the past 24 years and I still struggle with finding the right balance with work while maintaining my mental and physical health. I am sincerely happy to hear that you have found a sense of calm and joy in your life and work. I wish you the best in all that you do and look forward to following your journey.

[@drgarylinkov]

Thanks so much! Best of luck to you as well.

[@StanOwden]

I couldn't wait until your video ended so I could congratulate you on getting your hair back. I didn't want to do this from the very beginning until I had heard the whole story, in case you said something that would make my congratulations inappropriate. And I'm glad I did it. Congratulations to you and your beautiful wife on her victory over “C”. I'm very happy for you and your family. Your family and friends must be delighted with the results. Hopefully there will be many more to come soon! I couldn't wait for the end so I started writing all this while you finish your explanation. P.S.:I hope no one reads this in an overly excited high-pitched voice)

[@drgarylinkov]

Thanks!!!

[@Natalia_85]

We love you with or without hair

[@kiirakunn]

you and your wife are strongest people ive heard of in recent time, and i just want to say, i am super proud of you both. you, her and your little one DESERVE peace and stress free life. enjoy your amazing family and your success overall.

[@Reeny0808]

I’m so thrilled that things are going well for you and your wife! You’re such a beautiful person and I pray that blessings upon blessings be poured out upon you! Your tears at the end of this video is beyond precious! 🥰

[@vidhoard]

Honestly as someone who only started watching after you lost your hair entirely (started watching a couple years ago), I never had any clue you had hair loss. I thought this was just your look, and I never questioned it. You look great to me. I'm glad it's coming back but if it goes away again, honestly you look great without it too. Also so sorry to hear about your wife's diagnosis. ❤ I can't imagine the stress you both have been going through, I am glad that stress is letting up.

[@JennLeeFoster]

My husband has alopecia as well. His hair has grown back. Stress is a huge factor. His hair has never grown back to what it was, but it’s better than it was. That makes me happy. Regardless, I love him if he has hair, or no hair. I love him for the person he is inside. ❤

[@hossx2001]

Stay strong doc, glad you overcame these storms.

[@sandyrose2398]

Thanks for being so open about you and your wife's struggles. You look great with or without hair or eyebrows. Knowing that you get so much satisfaction from helping your patients - says a lot about you.

[@sonsauvage]

The clean look is the brand, but the hair and in turn, happiness is your life. Very happy for you man. Your alopecia gives you a unique, nonacademic perspective on hair loss that as you can see, people appreciate and that will always remain

[@annemarita4259]

I am so blown away with your story. I have so much respect for you, your attitude and look on life and how you care about your family. I have gone through cancer this year myself. Now after the treatments and a big surgery I have simply decided to focus on my children and other great things in my life, which has really helped me to pretty much forget the entire cancer. So many people live with battles that we don't even know about. You look amazing btw.

[@charliblake8551]

Argh!!!! FU€K CANCER!!!! Glad you’ve made it through treatment and I hope that it both, worked and continues to work! My father is going through some treatments now as his C relapsed after being in remission for 20 years. Sending you loads of good juju and healing vibes. Keep up that positive attitude as I’m sure you already know it truly goes such a long way in helping to heal🤍

[@UsandEveryoneWeKnow]

Sounds like his plate was very full.

[@JoannaLouise200]

Have just discovered your channel, and feel like I've landed in a really good place! You and your wife have been on an incredible journey together. All blessings to you both for continuing health & happiness :)

[@baharmojgani6201]

Proud of you as a fellow physician. You display all the best qualities we esteem in our physician colleagues. Wishing you the very very best!

[@hygrometer]

i started watching your videos for fun and am impressed now seeing this video. I always thought you were confident and smart and it was just no thang that you were a hair loss expert being super bald. I lost all my hair too after i was super sick, and although its never returned to the same, we have some similar storylines. Interested to see your progress going forward!

[@drgarylinkov]

Thanks 🙏

[@valdie6614]

honestly dude I've been feeling pretty overwhelmed lately. But seeing how you've managed to navigate through adversity has inspired me, and considerably reduced some stress i've had. Great channel man!

[@anngeorge5126]

You’re an inspiration and a natural teacher. We appreciate what you do on KZbin.

[@gilleanreinders7610]

Thank you for sharing your journey. You are a remarkable person and so down to earth. The industry needs more people like you. I hope you and your wife continue to prosper in health❤

[@samscharp3367]

I came across your channel after you had already lost all of your hair. I found your content interesting and watched many of your videos. I was blown away when I learned you had only recently lost all of your hair and couldn't believe it was you when I saw pictures of you with that awesome head of hair you had. I am glad you are in a better place in life and in your head, you seem like a really good guy. Keep up the good work.

[@katherinekelly5380]

Yeah, having a loved one diagnosed with cancer really snaps everything else into prospective- glad to hear she is through treatment and doing well. If I ever needed to see a doctor about hair loss, this is the doctor I’d want to consult - someone who has been through it and will be empathetic to my case

[@rhondapruit7956]

Thank you for being here! Have watched and now subscribed to your channel. Not that I’m all into plastic surgery, but I just love your authentic, kind, calm demeanor. And I love getting educated. Thanks for being so open and sharing your journey, kinda normalizes that we all go through our own thing and that we’re not alone. Now if I were where you are and could get a bit of something done I’d sure see you first! You come across as knowing what you’re talking about. Scary to see what some people go through with messing around with your face 😮. I’ll keep watching as long as you keep talking 👍

[@alisonjetmar7437]

Gosh ! What humbling experiences you both have survived. Saying a prayer for peace and continued recoveries.

[@truegrit7697]

Oh my gosh - I didn't recognize you! You look great with your new hair! I have mad respect for you because I had on-and off alopecia on my scalp - I never know when or where it would fall out. It really hits the self esteem. So happy for you and your wife!

[@letigre5822]

I cannot believe this story. So insane that you and ur wife were diagnosed w diseases at the same time! I could see how much you love her and you almost wanted to cry talking about it. Glad y’all are doing better. I like ur honesty and humility. You don’t show an ego like a lot of people do.. ❤

[@freshfalcon3996]

I love this guy. Such genuine integrity.

[@JuliaUlyanovskaya]

Может, комментарий не в тему, но и без волос автор видео выглядит красивам, потому что в его глазах доброта, чуткость и уверенность ❤

[@RexusKing]

Very touching moments when you can Gary starting to smile when he talked about his daughter, and tearing up when he talked about his wife.

[@duinsophie]

Gary, what a rollercoaster past few years you’ve had! I can't imagine how much stress you’ve had to bear. I'm so pleased to hear about how well your wife is doing and that you're starting to look after your body better. Also, professionally, congratulations! It's so great to hear how well your business is doing, and how you've surrounded yourself with such a wonderful, supportive and proficient team! I hope things keep looking up for you and your family, and that you continue to see improvements in your hair regrowth! 😊

[@shillanassi]

It’s very humbling , but also educational, when we physicians become patients. Best wishes to you and your family.

[@alex.starostin]

Insane story, bro... I'm so happy for you and your wife. It's pretty obvious that your situation worsened after getting infected with COVID-19, it triggered the rapid hair loss. And yeah stress seems to be the BIG factor in all of this. The hardest part is coping with stress. But it all builds the character in the end, if you manage to survive...

[@BrijanbMentalIron]

Your eyebrows look amazing man. I’m so glad you told me about your recovery it helps a lot if you are in a dark place

[@odessarepresentative]

I had a stressful experience in Mexico when I was 22 involving a car accident etc and all my head hair fell out 3 weeks later. Luckily it grew back. It has given me so much compassion for those that lose hair especially suddenly. so happy you’re feeling better!

[@matthewcryer4334]

I had a really bad knee injury, and like you all my hair fell out. How long did it take begone you saw some hair regrowth? I'm about 18months on, and still nothing unfortunately. I'm just trying to be healthy and prioritise anti-inflamatory foods.

[@matildathesupercat]

such as a story! You are more than brave! it must have been so hard for you and yet, you seem to be able to stay focused, kind and friendly. I really admire your strength.

[@eliz1866]

I love watching your videos, mostly because you seem like such a kind, caring, and I learn so much. You and your wife have gotten through life changing events and hard times like champions. I am so thankful that your wife was able to beat cancer, prayers for you and your family. Glad you made choices to take care of yourself. So important

[@gointothedogs4634]

What a story! It's not every day we hear a favorite doctor share his difficult personal struggles like you and your wife have been going through. I can somewhat relate to how disheartening losing that lush head of hair must have been. As a 72-yr. old, maintaining my once long thick mane, eyelashes and eyebrows has been a challenge. I've been subscribed to you for years but when this popped up, I wondered where your videos have been. I've learned so much from your compassionate explanations of what makes good vs poor cosmetic enhancements, that now I can often tell when someone's had their cheeks filled poorly, or lips done. Your love for this work shows. We're all thankful that your stress level has decreased, and your hair is back. You are deeply appreciated! Hair or no hair, please know you are quite a nice looking man, who is easy on the eyes!

[@kathleenking47]

He looks like a new PERSON..I'm so used to seeing him with NO HAIR Eyebrows etc

[@eternalriver7866]

Hair or not your energy & demeanour that is non bias & speaks professionalism & expertise with care for you patients lives and how they even ended up in your clinic makes the yt algorithm lead this channel to me. You guys have been tested to levels people can’t fathom. God bless your family. I pray you all prosper and have long life and have a Godly restoration for everything that was taken 100fold

[@elig1184]

Dr G... you are an amazing human being, and yes hearing this video I want to wish you the best of luck and good health. I am grateful to know some of your life stories and as a doctor helping others your care and kindness show and shine through and true.

[@kimgoslee2302]

You have such a calm and loving spirit. Thank you for sharing your struggles and life with us. Pure honesty touches the soul. Can't wait to see your next video, they are so encouraging.

[@lazyaf1218]

You and Matt Smith are like the only two men on Earth who absolutely rock no eyebrows look Congratulations on your recovery of course, but I just wanted you to know that with or without hair you still look rather handsome imo

[@sarkahalastova9667]

Dr Gary, I did not expect this. I was deeply moved by your story and everything you and your young family had to go through in such a short, turbulent time. Your courage and spirit are amazing. Wish you all the best and most of all, health for you, your wife and your little girl. And may I say, as an Eastern European living in a country with a large Ukrainian community, I can definitely see your heritage in your photos.

[@Cindy99765]

Is it Poland?

[@sarkahalastova9667]

@@Cindy99765 I am from Prague, Czech Rep.

[@ye23.]

Is he russian?

[@sarkahalastova9667]

@@ye23. No. Ukrainian heritage

[@queenofdance2011]

Mad respect. So happy for you and your wife. Praying for a continued healing and recovery ❤️

[@jluna0530]

As an ICU nurse and a huge fan, I would like to thank you for being so honest and passionate about your love of medicine. I also appreciate your passion for educating the community. Your videos have helped me make wiser decisions regarding my own battle against hair loss. Your contributions make us all wiser and better people, thank you. Please continue the good work, and God bless.

[@janetpelletier1238]

Wow, the obstacles you and your wife faced early in marriage will probably be a gift that takes years for many to learn. Appreciation for life. Good to hear how well you are both doing after this. Very promising for others who are facing challenges.

[@FollicleBooster]

OMG! Congrats, that is so amazing! I've been following you for such a long time. And me and my wife, we're super happy that you got your hair back. Thanks for all the value you give to the hair loss community. We're forever grateful for that. God bless

[@drgarylinkov]

🙏

[@efrag24]

Whooow that before and after picture is amazing. You definitely look much happier and healthier now. Your eyes are not puffy and your face is more filled in. You look great. So happy that you and your wife got theoifh this together while still working and raising your daughter. You are both amazing 💞

[@patricia.parra33]

Congratulations, I'm so glad for your family, your health and for getting better. I am touch by your experience and wish you peace, all the best and continuous good health.

[@farahs8100]

I always felt like you were such a positive and calm person and now that I know of your life story, I have so much more respect for you, even though you were going through so much and still giving us that feeling of a composed person, really tells a lot about how strong you are. I wish you and your family a very happy, healthy and blessed life. Take care and lots of love for your wife and your kid❤

[@cazimim3375]

He doesn't give a sh

[@katcankan7129]

Pleased to hear that your wife is doing well too 😊. We all, including myself underestimate the effects of stress & diet on our health. Others have said it too, you look great with & without hair 💜

[@emmatorrence677]

Thank you for sharing your story Dr. Gary. I just came across your channel and have been watching/listening nearly nonstop. You are so humble, honest and informative. I appreciate you and your content so much! I wish you and your lovely wife many healthy happy years together❤

[@xcomadrejax]

I just saw your channel yesterday and immediately loved it. Thank you doctor for your work, i sincerely hope your wife never faces that horrible disease again. Ive lived that thing in my family and it sucks, so may she live a long healthy life by your side!