Hair falling out at day 9 of hair transplant, too soon or normal?

November 22, 2016
Asked By:kathybug in Cincinnati, OH

It's my 9th day since the transplant and some hairs have fallen out with the scabs...when I showered and gently rubbed my head to help slough off the crusts more hairs in the crusts fell out. I know you typically shed your hair but is it normal for it to happen prior to the 14 days? Did these hairs not take, did I rub too hard? Just simply curious. Thank you!

Answers (6)

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November 28, 2016

Answer: It would be best if you contact your doctor for a follow up exam if you are having issue after surgery.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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November 28, 2016

Answer: It would be best if you contact your doctor for a follow up exam if you are having issue after surgery.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
November 25, 2016

Answer: Grafts falling out

David Deutsch, MDBoard Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon
November 25, 2016

Answer: Grafts falling out

David Deutsch, MDBoard Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon
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December 15, 2016

Answer: Day 9 and counting... after hair transplant

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December 15, 2016

Answer: Day 9 and counting... after hair transplant

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November 24, 2016

Answer: Hair falling out day 9

November 24, 2016

Answer: Hair falling out day 9

November 27, 2016

Answer: Shedding

November 27, 2016

Answer: Shedding

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