Will my Hair Grow Back After my Scalp Scabs Fall Off?

September 23, 2010
Asked By:879317anon in Illinois

After having Mohs surgery on my scalp for basal cell skin cancer, I had a flap done in one area. I have several scabs on my head and when they come off, so does my hair. Will it grow back and when?

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September 26, 2010

Answer: Hair growth in scabs

September 26, 2010

Answer: Hair growth in scabs

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