Why do I still have coarse and kinky hair 4 years after FUT hair transplant? Is this permanent?

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I had an FUT hair transplant 4 years ago with a reputable doctor. As the hair started growing in, I immediately noticed that it was a different texture than the rest of my hair. I have very thin & straight textured hair but the transplanted hairs were very coarse, kinky & almost resemble pubic hair. My doctor said that this would only be temporary but the hairs are still growing in that way. So I'm wondering what would have caused this & is there anything that can be done? Could it be permanent?

Jayanthy Ravindran, MS, DNB, MRCS · Answer

FUT Hair Transplant is a surgical procedure that involves removing the donor area of your scalp (the back) and moving it to the front of your head. The goal of the surgery is to move the hair follicles from the back of your head into the front where they can grow new hair. This process takes about 6-8 months to complete. During this time you will be able to see results in the form of increased density and thickness of the hair. However, many factors may affect how quickly or slowly your transplanted hairs grow including genetics, age, medications, stress levels, etc. In addition, if you decide to go through with another round of FUT hair transplants, the results will likely improve even more.

The transplanted hair has a certain lifespan which varies depending on the individual. For example, some people’s transplanted hair may last for 5-7 years while others may only live for 2-3 years. It is important to understand that once your hair has been transplanted, it cannot be moved back to its original location. If you think your hair is coarse and kinky, talk to your doctor about whether or not you should consider going through with another round of hair transplant surgery or opt for other cosmetic hair treatment.

Epameinondas Bonaros, MD · Answer

I suggest you contact your doctor and express your concerns.Any characteristics of the transplanted hair can be considered permanent four years after the transplant.

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