I have redness and weak growth 3 months and 22 days after 1700 grafts. Thoughts or advice? (photos)

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Hello, I had a hair transplant 3 months and 22 days ago (1700 grafts, FUE). There is still redness in recipient area and I think that growing hair is pretty weak and sparse, especially in the front of my forehead. Please provide any feedback. I know its too early to judge but I've seen better results after 4 months while searching on google. Thanks.

Michael Vories, MD · Answer

That is a very aggressive hairline pattern. I am hoping that hair loss is not in your future or you could be stuck with an aggressive hairline without the supporting hair behind it.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It may take 8-12 months before seeing the final results of your hair transplant surgery. If you are concerned with the density and shape, follow up with your surgeon for an exam.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello. I see you wrote about a month ago, hows it going? I know you want to see results and you want to see them now!!! Unfortunately you are going to have until at least 5-6 months to start seeing results. By the time you get to 8-12 months you should see about 80-90% growth. Good luck to you.

Sagar Patel, MD · Answer

Everyone reacts differently to the transplants. You will find people who only start to grow hair at 9 months! Without a doubt it is too early to judge at this point. I'm sure you will love it in due time!

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

Your grafts are just starting to grow.  Give it 8-12 months, then go see your surgeon to review preop photos and discuss results.  Occasionally (5% or less) follicles continue to grow after a transplant without first going into a dormant state.  Also, photos on Google in general don't really have any quality control, so don't base your expectations on them.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

The growth at 4 months is just about to start and if redness persists you will have to be patient and wait it out

I have redness and weak growth 3 months and 22 days after 1700 grafts. Thoughts or advice? (photos)

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