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Do I have to stop taking MTX medication before having a hair transplant?

October 30, 2018
Asked By:bilal93 in Berlin, Thüringen, Deutschland

I am suffering from a chronic gastrointestinal disease called Crohn's disease. currently I take a drug against: MTX. Can I do a hair transplant or must I discontinue the Medikament before the transplantation?

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Answer: It is best to discuss your medical issues with the doctor who will be performing your surgery as each doctor has their own opini

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Answer: It is best to discuss your medical issues with the doctor who will be performing your surgery as each doctor has their own opini

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October 31, 2018

Answer: MTX before hair transplant

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Answer: MTX before hair transplant

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November 5, 2018

Answer: MTX

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November 5, 2018

Answer: MTX

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November 1, 2018

Answer: Methotrexate usage.

Peter Ebizadeh, MD
November 1, 2018

Answer: Methotrexate usage.

Peter Ebizadeh, MD
October 31, 2018

Answer: Taking Methotrexate

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October 31, 2018

Answer: Taking Methotrexate

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