My scalp has no laxity, and I have had previous scalp surgeries to treat injuries. Now, I have been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, which will be excised soon. The wound cannot be closed; it must heal by second intention (time and wound care). I will be left with a fairly large bald spot that my hair cannot cover. I do not want a hair transplant. What are my reconstructive surgical options? Tissue expansion? Could tissue expansion cause tissue necrosis?
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Minoxidil is absorbed into the scalp within a few hours of application. As long as you're waiting that time period of 3 or more hours, wearing a hat afterwards does not interfere with this process.
Hello, and thank you for your question. You are very young but I understand your concern. I definitely do not suggest a hair transplant if that is what you are thinking. I suggest seeing your primary physician and having some bloodwork done to rule out anything there. If you are still...
I have extensive experience treating hair loss in individuals with Afro-textured hair, including African American patients. Afro-textured hair presents unique characteristics, such as its curl pattern and density, which require special consideration when performing procedures like hair...