Will folliculitis 8 days post hair transplant effect graft growth? (Photo)

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I had a fue hair transplant 12 days ago. When I washed the scabs off of my head on days 7 and 8 I had the first signs of folliculitis. My doctor prescribed levaquin and a topical antibiotic. I started treatment immediately but still had a breakout. See the photos. Now on day 12 the infection has calmed down considerably but I am concerned about the results. Have any doctors seen folliculitus so early in healing process and seen good results later on? Is this something to worry about?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

You need to follow your doctor's advice and keep with the treatment plan.Folliculitis is one of the many things that can happen after surgery.As long as your doctor is involved in the treatment and is following your progress, you should be fine.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

hi Surfdude,Infection and folliculitis can occur pos transplant. You are correct that there is some unknowns as to whether this may or may not affect graft survival but you are taking the right steps. Continuing close follow up with your physician is important. Thanks for posting.

Rashid M. Rashid, PhD, MD · Answer

This can happen as infections happen with any procedure. However, it is rare.  It can affect results and you should maintain close follow up.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

If the infection was treated promptly, the grafts will probably grow out well.  Be sure that the infection does not return and keep up the washing routine as define in the web reference below.

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