Two weeks ago had FUT with 1508 grafts. Unfortunately, I live 300 miles from where I had the surgery and follow up is difficult. I removed the stitches on the 10th day but the scar is still very tender and the surrounding hair/skin is painful. The pain is similar to the feeling you would have after wearing a beanie or a hat all day where the follicles hurt. This pain is occurring all over the back of my head. I have contacted the doctor and was told pain will get better. Is this normal?
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March 14, 2018
Answer: It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen.
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It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen. Redness can be a sign of infection. Please get in touch with your doctor.
