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Hair grafts falling 3.5 months after FUE, is it normal? (Photo)

April 26, 2018
Asked By:MalikPak123 in Germany, DE

i had my hair transplant FUE 3.5 months ago and my hair grafts are still shedding (photo), when i brush or gently move my fingers in head these grafts fall or keep sticking to in my crown and then fall later on, i wanted to ask if this shedding is normal or im losing grafts permanently, please see the photos for a better idea, i will be thankful for any answers. regards

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May 11, 2018

Answer: It is normal to lose transplanted hairs days to weeks after surgery. It may take 6 to 12 months to see new hairs grow out.

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May 11, 2018

Answer: It is normal to lose transplanted hairs days to weeks after surgery. It may take 6 to 12 months to see new hairs grow out.

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May 31, 2018

Answer: Falling Out

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May 31, 2018

Answer: Falling Out

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April 27, 2018

Answer: 3.5 months

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April 27, 2018

Answer: 3.5 months

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