Can a sunburn affect my grafts? (Photos)

May 19, 2017
Asked By:b_a_t123 in India, IN

Minor sunburn in the recipient area due to high temperature inside the car (no direct exposure to sunlight), 1 month po. I didn't expose my head to direct sunlight but still i have a sunburn in my recipient area. I got it because of the high temperature inside my car as air conditioning wasn't working (for 10-15 mins). I am 1 month post op and my doctor said that sunburn can't affect grafts as they are deep inside the skin. I have redness, not sure about the bumps, I am really worried. Please do check the photos

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Answers (2)

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May 23, 2017

Answer: Sun exposure is not recommended after surgery but if it already happened there isn't much you can do.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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May 23, 2017

Answer: Sun exposure is not recommended after surgery but if it already happened there isn't much you can do.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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July 24, 2017

Answer: Heat from a car 1 months after HT

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July 24, 2017

Answer: Heat from a car 1 months after HT

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