Can over-application of Minoxidil kill transplanted hair?

April 19, 2018
Asked By:jooeey in New York, NY

I am 4 Months post my hair transplant I have been applying Minoxidil since last 3 months, I use the 5% these days. But I had a bottle left of 2% left with me so I thought of using it, So I applied it on my transplanted area. Today when I applied it, I think I over applied it, it gave me a very burning and stinging sensation on the scalp where I applied it. I am getting worried ! Could it have damaged my hair grafts which are about to grow. Would it have killed my transplanted hair grafts ?

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April 27, 2018

Answer: It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.

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April 27, 2018

Answer: It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.

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April 22, 2018

Answer: NeoGraft Hair Restoration

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
April 22, 2018

Answer: NeoGraft Hair Restoration

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
April 20, 2018

Answer: Minoxidil after HT

April 20, 2018

Answer: Minoxidil after HT

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