What could be causing my skin to peel off after a hair transplant? (Photo)

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It's been a month since surgery and my skin keeps peeling off (I circled them) when I put pressure on it it comes off but with a lot of hair. What should I do? Just clean the whole thing off or slowly wash it and let it be?

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello. I think the best thing for you is to make an appointment with your doctor and get it checked out. It’s difficult to see and assess with the pictures you provided.

Daniel Danyo, MD · Answer

First, make a follow up visit with your surgeon.  I do not feel that there is much to be worried about, since it is typical to have hair shedding and not uncommon to have some dry skin following the procedure.  I would refrain from pressure on the recipient area and continue to lightly wash.

David Perez-Meza, MD, FISHRS · Answer

Unfortunately I can't see too much with the photos. I will suggest you to contact your hair surgeon for an evaluation. Good luck.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

If you believe that the skin is pealing off (not evident on these photos), then I would return to see your surgeon for an examination

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