Can I get a FUE transplant if I have scalp folliculitis? (Photo)

Question

I plan on getting surgery for my scalp folliculitis I just need to know is it possible

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you have an infection or folliculitis, it is best to treat the condition before having surgery.  It is best to discuss this with your doctor.

Sagar Patel, MD · Answer

I know everyone is going to say to treat the scalp folliculitis first but I think that is obvious and the more conservative approach would be not only to treat it but also wait to make sure that it is gone for good. If you treat it and it comes back after you have a transplant it would make you not so happy! I'm conservative but I think it is in the best interest of my patients more often than not

Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

Your scalp needs to be as healthy as possible to have the best possible outcome.  I suggest you meet with a dermatologist to be properly treated.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

I would suggest you treat your folliculitis before you get a FUE transplant. If you have a mild case of folliculitis it should only take about 2 weeks to clear. At that point meet with your doctor and have him assess if you’re ready for your FUE procedure.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

If you have active folliculitis, a hair transplant should be delayed until it can be successfully treated.

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