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4 days post-op I have bruising and itching around my head. My neck is red and feels burning. When will it heal? (photos)

May 20, 2019
Asked By:Exuberant7003 in Chennai, IN

16/5/19 I done hair transplant using fue method. The same day my neck become reddish next day look like bruising with burning feel. Then it appeared front neck then back of left ear. Feel like it's spreading. When will it heal? Is it normal pls advise

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May 28, 2019

Answer: It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery issues and care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.

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May 28, 2019

Answer: It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery issues and care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.

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Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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May 21, 2019

Answer: Brushing and itchining after hair transplant

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Muhammad Jawad, MD
May 21, 2019

Answer: Brushing and itchining after hair transplant

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Muhammad Jawad, MD
May 20, 2019

Answer: Redness 4 days post op

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Matt Tahsini, MD
May 20, 2019

Answer: Redness 4 days post op

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May 20, 2019

Answer: Burning and itching

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May 20, 2019

Answer: Burning and itching

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