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My forehead is swollen after 30 days of my hair transplant surgery. Is it normal? Will it affect my transplant result? (Photos)

February 25, 2017
Asked By:peshawar in Peshawar, PK

I have transplanted hair 1 month ago. And my forehead swollen again after 1 month. Please let me know the reason of swelling. Will it affect the result of my transplant? Is it normal? How should i treat it? Thanks

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March 11, 2017

Answer: Swelling 1 month after hair transplant is not normal

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March 11, 2017

Answer: Swelling 1 month after hair transplant is not normal

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March 2, 2017

Answer: It would be abnormal to have swelling after one month. It would be in your interest to follow up with your doctor

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March 2, 2017

Answer: It would be abnormal to have swelling after one month. It would be in your interest to follow up with your doctor

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February 27, 2017

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February 28, 2017

Answer: Hair transplant swelling

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February 27, 2017

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