Is this severe hair shedding 3 weeks after 3250 graft FUE? (Photos)

March 18, 2017
Asked By:sjh82 in London, GB

Hi, I'm really worried - I had FUE 3250 grafts 3 weeks ago and it looks like most of the hair I had before has fallen out. 2 previous transplants, on propecia for around 8 years and use minoxidil every day. Does this look normal and will it grow back?! You can see photos before transplant. Maybe it looks worse because it's so short, just worried that I look bald again!

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May 18, 2017

Answer: It is normal to lose transplanted hairs weeks after surgery. It may take 6 to 12 months to see new hairs grow out.

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May 18, 2017

Answer: It is normal to lose transplanted hairs weeks after surgery. It may take 6 to 12 months to see new hairs grow out.

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March 20, 2017

Answer: Post operative aftercare for hair transplant

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Answer: Hair shedding after Hair Transplantation

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March 20, 2017

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