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Does tattoo affect FUE hair transplant?

andygrahamAug 19, 2015
I've had a FUE hairtransplant (4000 grafts) done on the 30th of July, 2015. I am thinking of getting a tattoo (whole of left arm). My appointment is on the 25th of September, 2015. The tattoo will be done over he course of 3 months. I would like to know if the pain and stress of getting a tattoo will affect the FUE hairtransplant?

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You need a Master Plan before starting surgery to plan for future balding.  If your planning was done right, you should be able to shave your head for a "normal" look.  You can also consider further surgery or SMP (or both) depending on planning and your ultimate (realistic) goals.

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Redness should subside after a few weeks.  In rare cases it can last a few months.  If your surgery was 8  months ago, maybe you should check with your doctor.  You may not see full growth until a year.  In rare cases up to 18 months.  Check with your doctor if you...

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The photos look like grafts.  Some look like transected grafts. It is NOT very clear.  It may be scabs. YOU CANNOT DETERMINE THESE THINGS WITH PHOTOS.   If you are concerned you may want to follow up with your doctor.

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