Head recipient area Scalp stretched by flexing forehead one day after FUE hair transplant

Question

I inadvertently stretched my head scalp where hair had been transplanted last night, while lifting the vacuum cleaner. I see no actual bleeding but felt the stretch as I twisted around with the vacuum. Could that dislodge the newly transplanted follicles in their new home?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Bending over the reach for your vacuum cleaner seem like a normal activity.  It should not dislodge your grafts.

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

Based on your description it is unlikely that any damage occurred to the grafts.As long as there was no bleeding and there is no obvious change to the area everything should be fine!

Stephen Giordano, DO · Answer

It is very unlikely.  Although increased activity is not recommended initially, it is unlikely that this caused an issue.  If you were to go upside down increasing blood flow and therefore swelling to the head it could potentially pop out the follicles though.   I would take it easy for a few more days.  Best of luck,  Dr. Giordano

Munir Somji, BSc, MBBS · Answer

If you had no bleeding then you should be fine. And stick to your aftercare. One of the points must include 'do not bend down'!!
If in doubt give your hair transplant surgeon a call.

Michael Vories, MD · Answer

As long as there is no bleeding after the procedure, it is unlikely you lost any tissue.  The first couple of days after the procedure is most critical, so be careful about anything touching the grafts for the next couple of days.

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Head recipient area Scalp stretched by flexing forehead one day after FUE hair transplant

Answers (8)

Answer: Loss of follicles after transplant

Answer: Loss of follicles after transplant

Answer: Graft Dislodgement

Answer: Graft Dislodgement

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