Bruising pain and tenderness in FUE recipient area 5 months after surgery, is this normal?

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When I touch the recipient area, it feels tender and bruised; basically, it hurts. It has been roughly five months since my surgery. Is this common/does it sound normal? Thank you for your time.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is not normal to have pain 5 months after surgery.  It is in your best interest to contact your doctor for a follow up.

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

It would be unusual to have pain and bruising in the recipient area at 5 months without a reason.One possibility is folliculitis (a superficial scalp infection). Has your scalp had much sun exposure? I suggest scheduling a follow-up with your Hair Restoration surgeon.

Sean Behnam, MD · Answer

Most paint/tenderness should have gone away after the first month, maybe the second. To have significant discomfort still after five months is not normal, and you should consult with your doctor.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and post. Being 5 months post procedure with the FUE, you should not be experiencing any tenderness. I have not seen this in my practice, it's best to go and follow up with the clinic that performed it to make sure everything looks normal. Hope this helps.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Go back to see your surgeon and ask your surgeon about the pain you are now experiencing which is unusual this far out form your surgery

Bruising pain and tenderness in FUE recipient area 5 months after surgery, is this normal?

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Bruising pain and tenderness in FUE recipient area 5 months after surgery, is this normal?

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Answer: Bruising pain and tenderness in FUE recipient area 5 months after surgery, is this normal?

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