FUE transplant post op swelling. Is this normal? (Photo)

Totally normal.  I would be more concerned if you didn't have swelling.  Give it a week and it will go away.  Generally, it will settle with gravity's help.  So, try to position yourself accordingly.  Regards, Doc Gio

Thank you for your question, mfabro198919. The swelling you are experiencing in the first few days is common. You may experience a minimal amount of redness at the same time. Please schedule follow-up appointments with your board certified facial plastic surgeon and make sure that you bring your questions and concerns for them to answer. Best wishes,

Swelling can be normal to horrible after a hair transplant surgery. It usually happens on the third day after the surgery and can last up to a week. Follow up with your doctor if you have concerns.

Swelling happens all the time, usually delayed a couple of days after the transplant occurs. You have no cause for alarm unless it persists for more than a few days, in which case you should contact your doctor.

Some swelling may occur on the front area; this is perfectly normal. Your forehead may begin to swell the 1st, 2nd or 3rd day after surgery. Put some ice on your forehead (never apply the ice to the grafted area) from the first day of surgery until the fourth day after this. If you notice that the oedema keeps on swelling, you can take 8, even 10 corticoids. However, if the oedema does not continue to swell, you can gradually reduce the number of corticoids: taking 4, then 2, then 0.

Yes, swelling is not uncommon after a hair transplant. IT usually comes in in 203 days and last up to 3 more days. Ypu should still be feeling good, but 'looking' swollen. Don't worry, it will go away