Can the local anesthesia administered during hair transplant cause permanent hair loss at the injection site?

February 20, 2021
Asked By:Crashg in London, Ontario, Canada

Is it possible for the local anesthesia used to numb the scalp to damage the skin and tissue around the injection site that could result in permanent hair loss as a result of severe ischemia-induced by the injections?

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April 1, 2021

Answer: Local Anesthesia

April 1, 2021

Answer: Local Anesthesia

February 22, 2021

Answer: Anesthetics

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February 22, 2021

Answer: Anesthetics

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