Hair transplant - why does liquid minoxidil have to be stopped for a certain time before and after a HT surgery?

November 20, 2017
Asked By:JCHAN54 in California, Maryland

How long do you have to discontinue use before and after. I've heard some surgeons say 3 weeks before and after. Thank you for your fime.

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November 22, 2017

Answer: Stopping Minoxidil Prior To Hair Transplant

Mark Berkowitz, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
November 22, 2017

Answer: Stopping Minoxidil Prior To Hair Transplant

Mark Berkowitz, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 28, 2017

Answer: It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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December 28, 2017

Answer: It is best to contact your doctor about post operative care and instructions since each doctor has a different regimen.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
November 26, 2017

Answer: Minoxidil before and after a HT surgery

November 26, 2017

Answer: Minoxidil before and after a HT surgery

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