Rubbing the donor area after FUE with damp tissue. Could this lead to side effects or abrasion?

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On the 2nd night after FUE, I had way more antiseptic ointment on my donor area than I realized. It was making it hard for me to sleep. So I wiped it off using a dry tissue and then 3 damp tissues. Could this lead any knock on effect or abrasion?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.   Wiping off ointment as you describe it should be fine.

Nawal Jha, MBBS · Answer

Donor area is generally dressed for first 24 hrs. After this time the dressings can come off and antibiotic appointments (Such as fucidin or polyfax) can be applied thinly and interestingly it heals very fast. Hope this helps.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

abrasion after hair transplant can lead to graft displacement if performed in the first few days so do not do that

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