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After FUE hair transplant, how long should I wait to do head stands in yoga? (Photo)

nico289Aug 16, 2015
I had a 2500 grafts by fur on July 21 and I want to know when I can do those asanas. Mi surgeon says 1 month is Ok. What do you think ?

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Jae Pak, MD

Clear it with your doctor. It should be as easy as a simple email or a phone call. You must have asked this question even before your surgery. Two weeks seems normal to resume your normal activities and job duties but your doctor may have his own opinion. Keep your doctor in the loop.

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You need a Master Plan before starting surgery to plan for future balding.  If your planning was done right, you should be able to shave your head for a "normal" look.  You can also consider further surgery or SMP (or both) depending on planning and your ultimate (realistic) goals.

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Redness should subside after a few weeks.  In rare cases it can last a few months.  If your surgery was 8  months ago, maybe you should check with your doctor.  You may not see full growth until a year.  In rare cases up to 18 months.  Check with your doctor if you...

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The photos look like grafts.  Some look like transected grafts. It is NOT very clear.  It may be scabs. YOU CANNOT DETERMINE THESE THINGS WITH PHOTOS.   If you are concerned you may want to follow up with your doctor.

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Rarely, transplanted hair grow out kinky.  It happens on rare occasion.  It may normalize and straighten out with time.  It may be a technical issue of your particular surgery.

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Tattoo can be removed but it may damage transplanted hairs.  That is the standard risk assessment you will have to accept before having the tattoo removed.  Certain lasers and its power setting may also play a factor.It is unfortunate there was no planning involved of having the tattoo...

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