Hello all :) I had a hair transplant 4 weeks ago (FUE). I experienced very little shedding since my transplant probably because i was shampooing very very gently on the scalp. This in turn resulted into a thick crusty layer on my scalp. Today I had this “brain fade” moment where i decided to scratch off this crust which in turn resulted into nearly 100-150 Hair that fell off. Are these dead hair? Or have I now lost 150 precious grafts!? Many thanks.
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May 1, 2019
Answer: After 4 weeks, your grafts are secured. It is normal to experience shedding.
Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
6 months post op is early to determine final density of the transplanted hair. I would make an appointment with your surgeon around 8-12 months post op and in the interim i would consider medical therapy such as propecia to minimize shock loss and maintain native hair. I have attached a video ...