FUE transplant 4 days ago. I noticed some grafts sticking out of the skin. I'm worried that I have graft popping. (photo)

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I have been very careful and followed the post op instructions carefully. Attached are pictures to illustrate.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.

Munir Somji, BSc, MBBS · Answer

Hi there. Yes I agree with you there are a few grafts that have popped out. You can’t put them in now I’m afraid. Even if you stick to a T this can still happen. There are various factors involved from size of recipient site incision to the amount of vascularity in the area. Generally to cover this eventuality we tend to give a few extra grafts to patients.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

If these are really grafts not just the crusts that are shedding, then maybe your surgeon placed them that way. Go back and see your surgeon and ask

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