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Pain in the crown area after FUT. I'm 5 days post op.

May 19, 2017
Asked By:RSMember14958 in Lahore, 04

I have pain in the crown aread of my head around 1- inches above where the strip was taken. Its the 5th day and im taking 3 painkillets. It is immense lain and my facr and forhead is also swollen. Is it normal ? Doctor asked for 2 days after surgery. But he is still saying that its okay. Please advice Much regards

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May 23, 2017

Answer: If you are having pain it is best to contact your doctor. It is not normal to have extreme pain.

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May 23, 2017

Answer: If you are having pain it is best to contact your doctor. It is not normal to have extreme pain.

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May 22, 2017

Answer: Hair transplant pain from strip

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May 22, 2017

Answer: Hair transplant pain from strip

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July 19, 2017

Answer: Pain after the fifth day

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Answer: Pain after the fifth day

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