How long does the donor area take to heal (painless with scar) post FUT method? (photo)

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I gotten 5K grafts done on my head yesterday - I'm doing a regular saline spray on the recipient grafts area - my back of the head is still tapped and bandaged - need to know how to go about taking care of the donar site - also how long would it take time to heal to resume physical exercise

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.   Everybody has a different perception of pain and only your doctor knows what was really done during your surgery.

Baubac Hayatdavoudi, MD · Answer

Your doctor should have provided you with specific instructions as to when the stitches can come out of your strip scar. It's best to avoid heavy exercise at the gym for a few months to avoid stretching of the strip scar.

Justin Misko, MD · Answer

Your sutures should likely come out 7-10 days after the surgery.  No heavy lifting for 2 weeks.  Apply an antibiotic ointment to the suture line.

Ben Talei, MD · Answer

Apply bacitracin or similar ointment to the donor area. The stitches are usually removed a week post surgery. You can resume physical exercise a few weeks after your procedure but consult your physician for additional information.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Any pain usually goes away in 1-2 weeks, worse only for a few days and gets better over time. Just be patient.

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