2 1/2 months post op FUT hair transplant surgery and I'm concerned that a Keloid is forming on the strip scar. Thoughts? (photo)

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Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery issues and care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.It will take about 6 months to see how your scar transforms.Some doctors may advocate early steroid injections.

John Bitner, MD · Answer

Hum, yes, that scar looks like it is starting to get a little fired up.   I would definitely recommend you see your surgeon.  There are options to put out the fire in an inflamed scar like that, mainly using an injectable steroid called Kenalog.  Scars like that are very unusual after a hair transplant and are usually related to a personal or family history of keloid scarring.   You may need more than one injection.  This can be done easily in the office.  Don't delay and good luck!

Scott K. Thompson, MD · Answer

Greetings,It appears that the scar may be starting to raise slightly, and if you have a history of keloid formation, evaluation sooner rather than later is in order.  It may be possible to pre-empt any further progression with injections and or silicone tape.  I would recommend evaluation by your surgeon.  Good luck

Anthony Bared, MD, FACS · Answer

It is difficult to asses in photos but of you feel it is slightly elevated it would be best to see your surgeon as measures can be taken to promote better healing such as the placement of cortisone.

William Woessner, MD · Answer

The scar may be hypertrophying. Stop all overhead, trapezius exercise for a period of 3 months to allow the scar to mature. You may require corticosteroid injections to shrink the scar.

2 1/2 months post op FUT hair transplant surgery and I'm concerned that a Keloid is forming on the strip scar. Thoughts? (photo)

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2 1/2 months post op FUT hair transplant surgery and I'm concerned that a Keloid is forming on the strip scar. Thoughts? (photo)

Answers (7)

Answer: FUT scar

Answer: FUT scar

Answer: 2 1/2 months post-op

Answer: 2 1/2 months post-op

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