Seeking advice as to the progress 80 days post second FUE: I'm concerned with post-op shock loss, should I be worried? (Photos)

Question

The first hair transplant was done in May 2016 and the second hair transplant was done In November 2018. The photos posted are before first hair transplant, at 1 year following first then 1 month and now 80 days following my second hair transplant. I was expecting the results of my second hair transplant to reflect the results at 1 year after first at this point in time. I am getting concerned about the noticeable shock loss after the second transplant.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you are having issues after your surgery, the best person to ask is your surgeon who knows the specifics of your surgery.Shock loss is always a risk and it is difficult to assess this on the Internet or with photos. You need an examination by your surgeon.

Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

These "shocked" hairs will typically start to regrow by 2 to 3 months.  My experience is that transplanted hairs rarely go into shock, but that can happen.

John Kahen, MD · Answer

Hi, How are you? May I please ask if you are using any type of Prevention? You should be using Finasteride and or PRP. These are two of the top strongest prevention to help you hold onto what you have and keep what you have thicker and stronger. Given that your second procedure was 2 months ago in November of 2018 though it is still to early to see any results. You start to see results anywhere from the 4th to the 15th month.

Neil Verma, HBSc, MD, FCFP - Account Suspended · Answer

Shock loss is common post hair transplant. To minimize the impact of shock loss medication and topical creams could be applied.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Shock loss, a loss of native hair, can be prevented in most people by the use of the drug finasteride. See your doctor about this

Seeking advice as to the progress 80 days post second FUE: I'm concerned with post-op shock loss, should I be worried? (Photos)

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