Is it common for the healthy previously transplanted hairs to grow back weaker and less dense at first?

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Hello Doctors contributing to these posts, it is much appreciated! I recently done my 2nd FUT procedure at a Vancouver clinic,( The 1st transplant yielded excellent results ) Just Curious , i understand the scalp has suffered a great trauma and will take months to fully recover, my Question - When the healthy previously transplanted hairs begin to grow back after a few weeks is it common that they are weaker and of less density for the first few months, then will thicken again??? Regards

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question, regarding whether previously transplanted hair grows back, weaker, and less dense at first. Yes, when hair is transplanted it goes through a shock phase. Initially, about 4 to 6 weeks after the hair transplant, the transplanted hair falls out. This is normal. As the initial batch of transplanted hair grows, the hair is usually less dense and less thick. Over time, the transplanted hair becomes more dense and thick. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections can accelerate transplanted hair growth. PRP can be done every 6 to 8 weeks to augment hair transplant results. Thank you for your question regarding whether transplant hair initially grows back weaker and less dense.  Sincerely, Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, MD

Gokay Bilgin, MD · Answer

Hello, it is normal that transplanted hair follicules will grow out weaker with less density at first but you will see that they will get thicker and stronger by time. You will start to see actual results after 6 months of hair transplant.

Roberto Guerrero Zazueta, MD · Answer

What you say is more expected on native hair, but that could happen with the transplanted too, it will grow thicker don’t worry. If the first result was great I don’t see why shouldn’t be this time, just be patient and enjoy your final outcome, stay in touch with your doctor for other options to improve results with topical or oral treatments

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