Pain at back of head still persistent 14 days after FUT. Is this normal?

September 27, 2015
Asked By:aamir07 in Pakistan, PK

hy. I am 26 year male. I had FUT hair transplnt 3080 grafts.I am at 14th day post-op and pain at back of my head is stil like 1st day post-op.I feel pain only while I am laying down at my back when back of head is pressed against pillow. pain is also felt while tapping or rubbing even gently at back of head. I consulted my doctr and he said it is normal post op pain and will be gone after complete healing of internal wound. my sutures were removed 8th day post op.Is this pain normal? kindly help

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Answer: Some people experience pain differently.

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