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Can I smoke, nicotine free e-cigarette after a FUE? (Photo)

February 25, 2017
Asked By:tylerdurden55 in La Canada Flintridge, CA

I know that smoking is bad after FUE, for many reasons but especially for the blood vessels that help the healing process and for the new hairs to "accept their new himes" but I can't sleep more than 2 hours a day right now and the urge to smoke us too great. We're on day 3 and so far I've had 6 cigarettes already. Would it help or be less detrimental if I used a nicotine free e-cigarette. Please help. Thanks P.S. So far there's no bleeding but it does itch. Here's a pic of my grafted area.

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March 4, 2017

Answer: Smoking is not generally recommended after surgery. If you are concerned it is best to check with your doctor.

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March 4, 2017

Answer: Smoking is not generally recommended after surgery. If you are concerned it is best to check with your doctor.

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August 30, 2017

Answer: E cigs

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William Rassman, MD (retired)
August 30, 2017

Answer: E cigs

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William Rassman, MD (retired)
February 26, 2017

Answer: Avoid Smoking after Hair Transplant

Brian Goertz, MD (retired)
February 26, 2017

Answer: Avoid Smoking after Hair Transplant

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