what cause slow hair growth after transplantation?

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sorry for having no photo, so I had hair transplant like 3 years ago but I am so disappointed with the result. it doesn't grow at all. Some transplanted hairs are about 3-4 inches but 80% just halt and about 1 and 1/2 inches and very thin as well. so advise me if I use medicine or just wait some 2 or 3 more years for hair to get matured. i have not seen or heard about such problems with hair transplant as i search a lot for the causes but didn't find any. please advise me.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

You need to follow up with your doctor if you believe your hair transplant was not a success.  It is always a good idea to return for a recheck.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

You will want to see your physician for advice and further guidance. In general, I recommend that anyone with poor growth post transplant should have a scalp biopsy and blood work as well as a full clinical examination. There are several possible causes.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

This is highly unusual. Your donor area needs to be examined for miniaturization. IF you had high miniaturization in your donor area, then this could be a cause of your problem as these miniaturized hair just will not grow well.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

The growth rate of your transplanted hair should be the same as your native hair.  If you gave any concerns you should do a follow,up visit with your doctor.

Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD FACS (retired) · Answer

You need to see a hair specialist who might be able to prescribe medication and do some tests that might give you an answer.

what cause slow hair growth after transplantation?

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Answer: Post op growth

Answer: Post op growth

Answer: Poor hair growth

Answer: Poor hair growth

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what cause slow hair growth after transplantation?

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Answer: Post op growth

Answer: Post op growth

Answer: Poor hair growth

Answer: Poor hair growth

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