Is it OK to wear a cap 5 days after FUE hair transplant?

Question

I just had FUE hair transplant and wil return to work after 5 days. I want to know is it ok to wear a cap once I return to work. Please reply,

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

You can usually wear a cap or a hat on the same day of surgery but if you are concerned you should check with your doctor.

Sean Behnam, MD · Answer

Some doctors would say wait a week. In general make sure the cap is loose and be mindful when you're taking it off and putting it on and your transplants should be alright.

Craig L. Ziering, DO · Answer

Wearing
a loose fitting hat at 5 days is fine. Try not to let the cap rub on the
recipient area until about 10-14 days after surgery. Also be careful putting
the cap on and taking it off so you don't inadvertently rub out some of the
grafts.

Koray Erdogan, MD · Answer

10 days following the hair transplant procedure when the scabs in the recipient area has fell off, you are allowed to wear a cap (wool caps or similar hats are not allowed.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

You can wear a hat at 5 days provided that it does not rub on the recipient area or the donor area. Make sure it is not tight

Is it OK to wear a cap 5 days after FUE hair transplant?

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