1 month post op - crater holes, skin colour recovery. What can I possibly do about it? (Photo)

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I had a 1500 Fue hair transplant done exactly a month ago. I shaved the newly transplanted hairs after 2 weeks after consulting my doctor. It has now been a month and I feel like I have small depression crater holes in the recepient area and the colour of my skin is still red in that area and I'm starting to get acne as well. Wondering if this looks normal and what I can possibly do about it.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Scarring from hair transplant surgery at the recipient sites can be an issue.  It depends on the technique and the instruments used.  It also depends no how the individual heals.  There isn't much you can do about it at this point.  You would have to wait to see how it heals in the weeks to come.

Rashid M. Rashid, PhD, MD · Answer

For now it is normal but it is early  Most transplants become fully undetectable, but not always.  This is why choosing the right doctor improves your odds.  Also, it is important to maintain close follow up.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Go back to your doctor and ask your doctor about this. These should clear up over the next 3-4 months, but still there is no substitute for your doctor looking at it now and giving you his opinion.

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