8 days post op FUE 2700, no signs of scab falling, is it normal? (Photo)

Question

8 days post op FUE 2700, no signs of scab falling , is it normal ? Also I have dandruff and scaly dry scalp will it affect hair growth ? What should I do to facilitate hair growth?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you are having issues after your surgery, it is best to contact your doctor for a follow up and recheck.  If you have extensive scabbing you may not be washing your hair well enough.

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

After a hair transplantation we give our patients a file with instructions about what and how to proceed. Your head looks dry and still nearly all the scabs are not fallen off. You should contact your surgeon/clinic and ask for details. All the best...

Sean Behnam, MD · Answer

8 days is a bit long, the scabs should be completely gone within two weeks at the latest. When you shampoo, let it sit for 5-10 minutes before washing it out. Then let the conditioner sit 5-10 minutes, and gently massage with your finger pads before rinsing. Repeating that should cause most or all of the scabs to fall, but if they're particularly stubborn you can try using baby oil. It'll be more difficult to wash out but it works well to loosen the scabs. Dandruff and dry scalp shouldn't have much (if any) of an effect on hair growth.

Baubac Hayatdavoudi, MD · Answer

It is normal to have scabs 8 days post op and some dryness. Contact your clinic and performing surgeon to see what they suggest. It is important to follow your clinics post op care regimen.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

I don't like the idea of anyone removing grafts that have scabs on them because we have published a paper in a formal medical journal, that when a person pulls off a scab (crust) from a recipient area in less than 12 days, the risk of losing the graft is very high. See the medical paper we wrote in a major journal below in the web reference that proves my point. Everyone having a hair transplant should follow the care I recommend below:

8 days post op FUE 2700, no signs of scab falling, is it normal? (Photo)

Answers (5)

Answer: FUE Post op

Answer: FUE Post op

Answer: 2900 grafts 8 days later with lots of crusting

Answer: 2900 grafts 8 days later with lots of crusting

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about FUE Hair Transplant

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

8 days post op FUE 2700, no signs of scab falling, is it normal? (Photo)

Answers (5)

Answer: FUE Post op

Answer: FUE Post op

Answer: 2900 grafts 8 days later with lots of crusting

Answer: 2900 grafts 8 days later with lots of crusting

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about FUE Hair Transplant

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.