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I had 3500 grafts done with FUE hair transplant. I washed my hair gently massaging on day 8-9 post op. Normal?

November 26, 2018
Asked By:ImNotbald67 in Los Angeles, CA

My instructions said lather days 7-14. But all the crusts came out on day 8-9 while gently massaging with shampoo. today is my 11th day and it Doesn’t look like I lost any grafts. Can you tell me if this ok?

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November 27, 2018

Answer: 8-9 Days Post-Op

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November 27, 2018

Answer: 8-9 Days Post-Op

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May 1, 2019

Answer: It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery issues and care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.

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May 1, 2019

Answer: It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery issues and care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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December 5, 2018

Answer: Crusts coming off

Karl Hekimian, MD
December 5, 2018

Answer: Crusts coming off

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March 4, 2019

Answer: Healing normally

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Benjamin C. Paul, MD
March 4, 2019

Answer: Healing normally

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Benjamin C. Paul, MD
March 4, 2019

Answer: Crusts

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William Rassman, MD (retired)
March 4, 2019

Answer: Crusts

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