Purple skin 7 days post FUE, what can I use to minimize it? Aloe Vera? (photos)

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Hello. I underwent FUE 3050 grafts about 7 days ago. My scabs started to peel off and I'm terrified - this isn't necessarily redness, it basically looks purple. I'm terrified I have been scarred for life. I do understand that post-op redness takes a bit to subside and depends on the skin tone, howevernever seen a one quite like it. Is there anything I could use to minimize it? Is aloe vera safe to use afer 7 days? Please, I'm feeling desperate. I'm attaching my post-op after 3 days to compare.

Sara Salas, MD · Answer

The purplish discoloration might be dye that the clinic used to show the sites more and making it easier for the technicians. After washing for a week or two this will fade off. The transplant looks great at this stage by the way.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery issues and care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

Unusual skin discoloration the first week should be evaluated and treated by your surgeon- call him/her and set up a visit

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

What the degree of crusting you are showing I would be concerned that any redness of discoloration could indicate an infection. I try to get all of the crusting off in the first day so that this is never a problem

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