I had an fue procedure approximately 7 weeks ago. There has been minimal shedding and I have noticed that hairs transplanted are sticking around. Some seem to be growing long, however am really not sure about the remaining transplanted hairs that have not shed or grown. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks
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February 4, 2017
Answer: It is normal to have shedding of your transplanted hair weeks after surgery. It may take 6 to 12 months to see
You will be fine. Almost any shampoo will work. I usually recommend zinc pyrithione (head and shoulders).
Bottom line: Don't panic. The hair will still grow.
Good luck!
It is not uncommon to see uncovered area at this point after your procedure.Many of the transplanted grafts may have fallen out and there may have been some shedding of native hair.With time (6-12 months) this should all grow in.Typically grafts will grow back in areas of folliculitis,however if...
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