Could I have damaged grafts after 25 minutes of sun exposure? 2 weeks post-op.

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I was outside midday chatting with some friends and lost track of time. I felt a tingling sensation before realizing how long I had been in the sun. Since then, I continue to feel tingling, and occasional stinging. Overall I’m not in pain. I’ve checked my head and everything looks normal to me. I can’t tell if it’s possible I damaged the grafts, or if the tingling/occasional stinging is just the nerves in my head reacting to the heat. Please note I had an FUE procedure around 15 days ago.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

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Sun exposure is not recommended after surgery but if it already happened there isn't much you can do.
Sun exposure does not harm the grafts, rather it may cause skin discoloration as your scalp is healing.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

It is a good idea to stay away from excessive direct sun and sweating for couple of weeks after hairtransplant. After two weeks there should not be a problem. However if you have unusual sensations you may want to do a follow up visit with your doctor.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

It was not a good idea if you baked in the sun two weeks after FUE; however, if you just exposed yourself to the sun for a limited time, it will be opk

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