Hello Doctor, I recently had hair transplant surgery and I smoke 6 cigarettes per day (0.4 mg nicotine per cigarette, 6 cigarettes - 2.4mg). Will this effect the transplanted area? Will this compromise the growth of grafts? I am confused, hope your answer solves my problem.
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Answer: In general smoking is not recommended or beneficial after surgery. It is best to follow up with your doctor if you are
It is best to see a doctor if you would be a good surgical candidate. Photos of thinning hair cannot determine if you are a surgical candidate. Your expectations may be different than what a surgery may provide. You may have further (future) hair loss that you may have not thought about. ...
Most people want hairs removed from armpits, but it is just as easy to transplant hair to the armpits. The donor hair will have to come from your scalp.
