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FUE - will old hair still grow back after FUE hair transplant? (photos)

koplegendAug 26, 2016
Hello, below is a photo of my hair before and after (14 days post op) FUE hair transplant. I have been told that the implanted hairs will fall out and this is called shock loss and that they will begin to grow again after 3 months post op. What I wanted to know is what about the hair I had from before, will that grow back too? If so, when will that grow back? Once the implanted hairs fall? After 3 months at the same time as the new hair? Thank you.

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If surgery is done prematurely some patients can have shock hair loss that is not reversible.  It is best to follow up with your doctor.

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Greetings, The donor area after FUE, whether by hand or ARTAS, takes some time to heal.  Most patients heal atraumatically over a period of weeks.  As your hairs begin to grow, the donor area becomes harder to see.  Daily washes with mild soap can help keep the donor area clean.  If scabs for...

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It can take 6 to 12 months after surgery to see results.  If you are concerned it is best to contact your doctor.  Hairs may not all start to grow evenly.

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After four months, there should be no issues.  There should be no issues if you want to color your hair.  There should be no issues with trimming your hair.  If you are concerned contact your doctor.

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Transplanted hairs will grow the way it was placed.  If it was placed in the wrong direction it is too late to change the direction.  If you are concerned about this, follow up with your doctor.

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Pain after surgery may be normal.  Burning sensation is not typical but it may happen.  You need to contact your doctor.

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