12 days post FUE op, the donor area is itchy and red. Is this normal? (Photo)

April 16, 2018
Asked By:efmus in Turkey, TR

First started some yellow deposits (Plz see pic) Doctor recommended to use bactroban, started to use since 2 days BUT The itching accelerated after the use of Bactroban, should i stop it ? My Doctor insist on Bactroban (Some side effects of bactroban are : allergy, itching and redness) Should i replace it by Fucidin for example ? Thank you

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July 2, 2018

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

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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July 2, 2018

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

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
April 17, 2018

Answer: Redness

Tim Neavin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 17, 2018

Answer: Redness

Tim Neavin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 17, 2018

Answer: Donor area red and itchy 12 days post FUE

April 17, 2018

Answer: Donor area red and itchy 12 days post FUE

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Answer: Itching

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Answer: Itching

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