Is this hair transplant FUT Scar going to heal properly? 2 weeks post op. (photos)

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Hair Transplant FUT Donor Scar Closure. Tricho Closure. I had an FUT 2 weeks ago IAHRS doctor. I feel a hole on the edge of the scar, and a raised bump with valley above on scar. The raised bump/valley gives me the most concern. I am just looking for any other experiences of this resolving and flattening. I have visited the doctor to express concern, I would like expert opinions from others. Picture of scar on closure. First one is of the "Valley over Bump" second is of "hole" at end of scar.

Gregory DeLange, MD · Answer

It could be a spitting suture or signs of an infection.  I would recommend you visit your hair surgeon who performed the FUT and they can take a culture if warranted.  Common signs of infection are swollen or hardened excision, redness pus or raised skin.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen.Photos cannot clearly assess your condition.

Levent Acar, MD · Answer

The scar doesn't looks heal well, it can be an reaction.You should contact your surgeons he will give you the solution to get better.

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

I would follow up with your surgeon but there is probably not much to do at this point but wait.Scars remodel and change in appearance for up to a year -my suspicion is this will ultimately heal within normal limits.

Brian Goertz, MD (retired) · Answer

The redness is often a sign of infection and since you are early in the post operative time frame you should visit your surgeon for diagnosis and treatment.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

You should return to your surgeon for an evaluation. This is not normal at this stage and maybe there is an early infection present

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