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Redness at almost 2 months post op?

tote1999May 9, 2016
I have had a hair transplant almost 2 months ago. Recipient area still red. I have erythema and have been prescribed a topical cream but seems to be doing little. Can the redness be permanent? Are there are alternatives to reduce the redness?

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