Donor area still sensitive after 3 weeks.

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I got my HTP done a little over 3 weeks ago, however, the donor area at the back of my head is still quite sensitive to the touch. I don't notice it during the day when I'm at work, but at night time when I'm in bed I notice it when my head is on my pillow. It's not very painful, it's just sensitive to the touch and I sleep without a problem. Professional opinions welcome, Thanks

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Everybody experience pain and post operative issues in different ways.  If you feel there is something wrong ti is best to contact your doctor.  What you describe seem not out of the ordinary.

Benjamin C. Paul, MD · Answer

Hi - this is totally normal and should resolve. The nerves are coming back to life and this can create tingling. If you have pain or redness, visit your surgeon to rule out an ingrown hair or infection - but, likely, given that you are only sensing this at night, it is nerve tingling from healing - which is temporary. Best of luck!

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

If you have a sensitive donor area after a hair transplant. go back and meet with your surgeon as he should be able to explain why this is happening to you

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