Soreness and itching after Neograft. Is this normal?

Itching and soreness is common. However, this typically resolves over the first several days after the procedure. This typically managed with topical ant-itch preparations and OTC options.24 days is slightly longer than expected. The itching is less concerning than the tenderness. While this may be just a prolonged variant of normal...I would recommend follow up with you board certified Neograft practitioner.

Itching and irritation is by far the most common concern following Neografting.There are some effective anti-itch sprays and antihistamines in higher doses are helpful I like Zyrtec 20mg 1-2 times daily depending on severity.Itching should wind down in the next few months.All my Best,  Dr B

Some soreness after Neograft is normal and to be expected. Itching is often a sign of healing in the area and to be expected as the graft are settling in. Try not to itch if you can help it and make sure to keep the area clean to avoid infection. With our patients, we have seen these symptoms can last for up to several weeks. Generally speaking if you find they are interfering with your normal daily activities, contact a physician to discuss further. 

Soreness and itching are very common after a Neograft procedure. Typically by 3 weeks though the pain is starting to subside. The itching, however, can be common for up to a few months. Make sure to follow up with your Neograft surgeon to make sure you are not developing an infection. 

I hope this helps,







-Dr. Angelos

It is not uncommon to have lingering discomfort and itching to the donor area and the transplant area.  To ensure that you are healing properly, continue to follow all of your post-procedure care, including the use of home-care products and keep your follow up appointments with your physician.

The sensations that you are describing are perfectly normal.  Although the sites are tiny, each one of those transplanted sites is technically a surgical site and undergoes the same process of inflammation and healing as any cut on the skin.  This often involves itching, irritation, and even some pain.  You can expect to see resolution of these symptoms in the next few weeks.  Good luck!

Generally patients seem to complain regarding pain after neograft procedures.  This can be due to many factors however 2 reasons with pain after neograft is generally because the punch sized used with the neograft is usually larger than what most FUE surgeons use when doing FUE by a hand device.  With the neograft you also need to punch deep.  This can also lead to a little more discomfort after your procedure.  Its best to followup with your hair transplant doctor.

Mild pain or itching can develop.  It's probably normal but it's always a good idea to check in with your doctor to make sure you don't have an infection.

Thank you for your question, C_list. It is not normal to feel that soreness, tenderness and irritation. Please follow up with your doctor. Always be sure to consult board certified facial plastic surgeons. Best wishes,

If you have soreness and tenderness after surgery it is best to follow up with your doctor.  Neograft is a machine used for FUE harvesting and should not have relevance to your issue.