Is it safe to wear a hat while working out, or will it damage my results?

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Hi, I had a hair transplant for about a year ago. So far im not very pleased with the results because my areas are not full yet. Im waiting for about half a year more to see my results. Ive been wearing hats and been told that its not bad for hair to wear hat, BUT recently I wanted to start working out to the gym, and i have to wear a hat there. Is it bad for hair, to start working out (with a hat)? Hats are snapbacks and not very tight. Sorry if my english is not good. Regards.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

You can wear a hat after surgery starting from day 1.  So after one year, you should be able to wear a hat.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Wearing a hat after the 3rd week post transplant is safe. During the first 3 weeks one can wear a hat, provided it is gently put on and worn properlyAt the time you have stated (one year post op) there are no problems wearing a hat - whatsoverIf growth is not as expected, speak to your surgeon

Rashid M. Rashid, PhD, MD · Answer

Hats do not affect it this far out but like all medical procedures no results are 100% in all patients.  First, wait the full 18 months, then talk to the clinic about a repeat procedure.  Sometimes the second round works and often it is much cheaper.  Not all scalps work well all the time the first time around.  No legitemant doctor can claim that.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

At one year, you should see most of all of the results of a hair transplant. You can do whatever you want with regard to working out. If you have a problem with growth, go back to speak with your doctor and ask questions about his experience with failures to grow and if you have that. Were your expectations set correctly?  See what he will do about any failure.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

It is safe to wear a hat. You can return to your normal routine after three weeks and that includes wearing a hat unless it is too tight and pulls your hair.

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