8 Days after FUE transplant, gaps appearing between the new grafts. Is this the shedding stage or something is wrong? (photos)

Question

Hi...I have attached a (day 2) photo and a (day 8) photo. As seen on (day 8) photo, I noticed gaps or separations appearing between the new grafts. Is that the shedding stage or something is wrong? Is shedding supposed to look like this? After 8 days, most of the scabs are still intact. I have followed my doctor's instructions properly. Just got worried when I noticed it this morning. Please let me know, I appreciate any help or advise. Thanks

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is normal to lose transplanted hairs days to weeks after surgery.  It may take 6 to 12 months to see new hairs grow out.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

At 8 days, there is already shedding and gaps can appear easily that are not significant. The two best times to know your density is immediately after the surgery and then 8 months later

8 Days after FUE transplant, gaps appearing between the new grafts. Is this the shedding stage or something is wrong? (photos)

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