Throbbing at day 17. Is it normal? (Photo)

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Hi i did the FUE 17 days ago,2000 grafts.No side effects,almost no headache,crusts have almost fallen,but today I felt strange by the time i woke up. It's like touching slightly my scalp with a knife,throbbing.Not all the time and not at a specific part.It's mostly at the transplanted area but I feel it at the donor area too.It's not too disturbing but I am worried. Also my skin at the transplanted area seems very sensitive and it's like still having anaesthesia at it.Is that normal at day 17?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you are worried, it is best to contact your doctor.  Everyone experience pain differently but without an examination there is no way to tell what you are experiencing is normal.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Pain says to your body that something is wrong. It should be addressed by your doctor and a visit with an examination, I note that you still have crusts on your scalp which should be gone by now

Amit Gupta, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

hello. What you are having is paresthesia which is very common at this stage. I would normally recommend some Vitamin B12 for a few weeks. However even if you dont do anything, it is fine. this will settle
have a great hair raising year

regards
Dr Amit

Throbbing at day 17. Is it normal? (Photo)

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