Graft fell out (6 days after surgery). Is this normal? (Photo)

Question

Hi. I washed my hair, and some graft fell out. Is this normal after 6 days? See attached photo. Also i didnt bleed, when it fell OFF.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It may be normal to lose one or two grafts for every one thousand grafts transplanted.  If you are concerned it is best to contact your doctor.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

You are probably too rough in the washing technique. At 6 days, the crust might come off, but not the grafts. Be careful.  I generally recommend the use of a sponge and supply my patient with a surgical sponge to fill with soapy water and press on the recipient area daily. By repeating this daily, all crusts can be washed off without any fear of losing grafts. IF any crust are present, use a Q tip and dip it into soapy water, and roll it on the crusts and that will lift them off without dislodging them, but never rub them, just roll the Q tip on the recipient crust. I like to see no evidence of any crusting in the recipient area and the crusts from the donor area gone in 7-10 days with daily washing.

Graft fell out (6 days after surgery). Is this normal? (Photo)

Answers (2)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Hair Transplant

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Graft fell out (6 days after surgery). Is this normal? (Photo)

Answers (2)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Hair Transplant

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.