I have been suffering from mpb since puberty almost 10yrs ago.i have extremelyoily scalp with heavy dandruff . So far i think that my hairloss is due to dandruff, i have tried a lot medication bt got little or temporary relief.i want to know whether i will still loose hairs aftet HT because i still wud have dandruff problem even after HT.
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Dandruff or oily skin will not change if you have a hair transplant surgery.
Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
It is always best to discuss aftercare recommendations with the surgeon that performed your procedure but generally speaking we recommend that our patients continue to take the hair growth supplements (Viviscal) and use minoxidil to prevent future hair loss. For your best long term results,...
Many times patients experience shock loss a few months after a transplant. A shaved head sometimes makes it look worse as well. Give it time. I’m sure you will be happy 12-18mo after the transplant. Patience is your best friend after a hair transplant.