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Is there a chance of damage to my grafts?

June 23, 2017
Asked By:anthony jag in Delray Beach, FL

Three days after 650 grafts I walked my dog for about 5 minutes and the sun was out. Keep in mind I'm in south florida so the sun was pretty hot. The recipient area was exposed and I felt a little tingling after. Is it possible I damaged any of the grafts?

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October 31, 2017

Answer: Walking your dog for 5 minutes will not harm your grafts even if it is in the Florida sun. Feeling your head tingle

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October 31, 2017

Answer: Walking your dog for 5 minutes will not harm your grafts even if it is in the Florida sun. Feeling your head tingle

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June 26, 2017

Answer: Sun damage to grafts?

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June 26, 2017

Answer: Sun damage to grafts?

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July 5, 2017

Answer: Sun exposure

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July 5, 2017

Answer: Sun exposure

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