Is my donor area overharvested? Is there hope? (Photos)

August 28, 2016
Asked By:Jetset88 in Los Angeles, CA

Hello doctors, about 11 days ago I received a hair transplant in Istanbul. About 5,100 grafts were extracted and placed into my beard. I hadn't been able to look at my donor area until now and it look incredibly depleted. Is this a case of overharvesting? The doctor said it should look much better in 3 months. Confused and embrassed.

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August 30, 2016

Answer: 5100 grafts would be considered a very high number / large session. Your concerns are justified.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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August 30, 2016

Answer: 5100 grafts would be considered a very high number / large session. Your concerns are justified.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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August 29, 2016

Answer: It is possible

August 29, 2016

Answer: It is possible

August 30, 2016

Answer: Overharvesting of the donor area

August 30, 2016

Answer: Overharvesting of the donor area

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Answer: Safe Donor Area

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August 29, 2016

Answer: Overharvested donor area?

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