Can I apply a steroid on my scalp to treat redness and itchiness post op?

August 30, 2018
Asked By:az77 in Arlington, VA

I'm 42 days post op and for the last couple of weeks my new hairs (or areas of incisions) have been itching a lot. They also are still red-like holes from the time the incisions were made. My doctor does not think there is an infection (although he recommended antibiotics anyways). My dermatologist suggested triamcinolone lotion, which is a steroid, for the itchiness and redness. But she said to check with the HT surgeon if this would affect the grafts. Could the application of this affect the grafts?

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August 31, 2018

Answer: Use of topical steroids

August 31, 2018

Answer: Use of topical steroids

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