Have I lost of grafts 4 weeks post op after scratching off crust?

December 22, 2018
Asked By:vinnie2930 in London, GB

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
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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
January 8, 2019

Answer: Hair loss after hair transplant

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January 8, 2019

Answer: Hair loss after hair transplant

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December 23, 2018

Answer: 4 weeks

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December 23, 2018

Answer: 4 weeks

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