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Post FUE 10 days, concern on blind pimple formed on my transplant area and no hair is seen. Suspect there is ingrown hair in it?

April 25, 2018
Asked By:sebastkoh in Singapore, SG

After FUE (10 days later), i see an blind pimple on my transplant area and there is no hair seen which i suspect there is ingrown hair in it. Will the hair root implanted to this spot become "dead" and resulted in no hair grown in the coming months?

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May 11, 2018

Answer: It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.

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May 11, 2018

Answer: It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.

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April 27, 2018

Answer: Blind pimple

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April 27, 2018

Answer: Blind pimple

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April 26, 2018

Answer: Pimple in recipient area

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April 26, 2018

Answer: Pimple in recipient area

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