FUT strip donor area after 2.5months, 1500 grafts. Is this normal? (Photo)

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Hi I would like to know is my donor area after 2.5 months post fut strip op is normal. As you can see from the picture, the donor area surrounding the scar have no follicles or root hair. Is it normal or will the hair surrounding the scar grow back? My doctor had done a Trichophytic closure on that area but I saw online pictures immediately after strip surgery the donor area is not as wide compare to mine. Even if I keep my back hair long but sometimes still unable to cover all the area.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It can take 6 to 12 months after surgery to see results.  If you are concerned it is best to contact your doctor.  You will not likely see growth after 2 months.

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

Based on the photo you provided I cannot make any comment on your donor scar.However,the donor scar should continue to decrease in size and remodel for up to a year or more.There can also be some associated hair loss from around the scar which should grow back over several months.

Ali Emre Karadeniz, MD · Answer

There seems to be a problem there. Possibilities are;
1. Shock loss around the incision line which could subside within a couple of months.
2. Severe transection of follicles which will leave a hairless area.
3. Detachment of the wound edges after the procedure which will leave a wide scar.
In any case, there is nothing to do but wait. If at 6 months it still looks the same, you can start looking for a repair surgeon.

Baubac Hayatdavoudi, MD · Answer

The issue with the FUT (Strip) procedure is not only that it leaves a scar in your donor region, that often times it will stretch and then be visible.

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

It is possible that there has been a bit of telogen effluvium around the incision (the follicles all entering their dormant stage), something that happens from time to time.  If this is the case the hair will grow back over the next 6-10 months.  Your best bet is to wait and see how things settle out, then address this issue with your surgeon and discuss options for revising the scar if it doesn't improve.

FUT strip donor area after 2.5months, 1500 grafts. Is this normal? (Photo)

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