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How do you know if you have pulled out a graft ? Does it bleed when you took out the graft ?

September 9, 2016
Asked By:honeyBadger89 in Big Indian, NY

So I am 5 days post FUE, I have been doing my normal routine of shampooing. After I dry my hair I run my hand on my head and a lot of scabs come with it. I very carefully take them off: I haven't had any bleeding. I am paranoid if I am damaging my graft. Is there a certain way to know if I am dislodging my grafts ? For e.g bleeding ?

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September 11, 2016

Answer: If you are paranoid about damaging your grafts, it is best to contact your doctor for an exam.

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September 11, 2016

Answer: If you are paranoid about damaging your grafts, it is best to contact your doctor for an exam.

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February 15, 2017

Answer: Scab Removal

Sean Behnam, MD
February 15, 2017

Answer: Scab Removal

Sean Behnam, MD
September 15, 2016

Answer: Pulling out a graft

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September 15, 2016

Answer: Pulling out a graft

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