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I have a scar on the side of my head no hair grows around. I want to cut my hair the bald patch will be more visible. (Photo)

aomm20188Jun 11, 2018
I have a bald spot on the side of my head from an injury when I was younger and is now a big scar. Im not too concerned about concealing the scar too much. My hair is long now so when I cut my hair the bald patch will be more visible. What are the solution to this.

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Dr. Karl Hekimian, MD
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Dr. Cory Torgerson, MD, PhD, FRCSC - Account Suspended
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Answered on Jun 12, 2018
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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Cory Torgerson, MD, PhD, FRCSC - Account Suspended

The regrowth process takes a significant time, regardless of how immediate and initial the results are, they do not necessarily indicate how successful the surgery was. To each person, hair regrowth happens at a different rate. During the regrowth process, the hair should naturally balance...

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Cory Torgerson, MD, PhD, FRCSC - Account Suspended

To answer your question, yes it can be done. I would suggest that you seek an in person assessment from a specialist and see if this is the best option for you. 

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Karl Hekimian, MD

I usually let my patients use minoxidil a week after hair transplant surgery.  However, I am not familiar with the Herbal H product, so perhaps your surgeon may know more details and hence made his/her recommendation.  Best to trust your surgeon and follow his/her instructions. 

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