Can I gently massage my donor area and help remove scabs before day 7? (Photo)

March 8, 2018
Asked By:Andres2211 in Barcelona, ES

I'm day 6 after FUE (3700 grafts) and I see that if i gently pass my hand (on dry hair), applying mild pressure, some scabs start to fall. Is this bad? Can it have a non desired effect? There is a lot of information and consensus on how to treat the transplanted area, starting to rub off the scabs after 9-10 days. My question is around the donor area, as I couldn't find mucha about it on this topic. Thanks

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June 1, 2021

Answer: Post procedure care

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Post procedure care

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 25, 2018

Answer: It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
March 25, 2018

Answer: It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
March 13, 2018

Answer: Massaging donor area

March 13, 2018

Answer: Massaging donor area

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Answer: No rushing in scabs removal

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Answer: Don't be in hurry to remove scabs by scratching

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