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Can I scratch my donor area? It's not itchy but I feel I need to itch and remove the dead skin from the back of my head.

October 9, 2017
Asked By:userme123 in Harrow, F4

i am days after op. 

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Answer: It is best to ask your doctor regarding post operative care and instructions since every doctor has a slightly different regimen

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Answer: It is best to ask your doctor regarding post operative care and instructions since every doctor has a slightly different regimen

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Answer: Scratching donor area

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