Scab and attached hair. Did I pull out the grafts?

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I got my hair transplant 2 weeks back. Still have some scab. While removing some of the scab which while apprently was loosely attached to the hair. I pulled out small hair shafts with slightly thickened ends. Did I pull out grafts? I thought they should be secure after two weeks?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Transplanted hair follicles are generally secure after the first week or two. If you are concerned you should contact your doctor.

Jon E. Mendelsohn, MD, FACS · Answer

Typically it is very difficult to damage a hair transplant after 2 weeks. The exception to this would be a sunburn, which needs to be avoided for 90 days. What you are probably experiencing is the new hair breaking off and attached to the scab. The follicle is typically under the skin being nourished etc... and will return 4 to 8 months later.

Daniel Berg, MD · Answer

It is common for hairs to shed after a transplant and they may come out with some of the crusting.  Fortunately, At two weeks post surgery, it would be unusual to have the actual hair root (graft) come out with the crust - the hairs should be well engrafted by then,

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. 2 weeks post procedure, you should be fine. Typically starting day 8 to 10, you may experience some shedding which is normal. But try not to pick at the scabs/grafts. You are in the safe zone, if it has been atleast 2 weeks, you should be fine. Yes, some of the actual hairs may still fall out and or attached to the scabs, but the body has already taken the DNA. What you see is normal. If you are seriously concerned, check in with your clinic and follow their post-op protocols. Hope this helps.

Rashid M. Rashid, PhD, MD · Answer

you did any damage since you are so far out.  If you want to be sure, its always best to go in for a follow up exam.

Scab and attached hair. Did I pull out the grafts?

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Scab and attached hair. Did I pull out the grafts?

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Answer: Scab and attached hair. Did I pull out the grafts?

Answer: Scab and attached hair. Did I pull out the grafts?

Answer: I doubt

Answer: I doubt

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