Do I have permanent pitting from a hair transplant? (photos)

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I had a hair transplant 5 weeks ago and see what looks like pitting - pic attached. The clinic said it should smooth out in a month or so and that they are just marks from the blades that are healing very slow. Any feedback on whether these marks that look like big pores could still smooth out or whether it is a sign of permanent pitting?

Anthony Bared, MD, FACS · Answer

As the other physicians have mentioned, it is far too early to tell if you have any pitting from your transplant.  It is best to wait until you experience regrowth of the transplanted areas which will likely start to occur in 4-6 months.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

You may have early pitting or scarring from eyebrow transplant but it may smooth out in a few months.  It is too early to tell.   Wait a few more weeks and follow up with your clinic.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Your doctor's advice is good, to wait it out and allow more time to elapse for the wounds to smooth out. Giving it enough time means that you should stop worrying about it now and re-look at it in another 3 months when hopefully it will be smoother.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

It takes a while for the healing of the skin but if you are concerned about this you can contact your doctor and return for a follow up,visit.

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