2 months post op, might scratch my head in my sleep. Blood stains on pillow and crusts from wounds have appeared. Advice?

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Hi! I did a hair transplant with FUE method 2,5 months ago. Since the operation my head has been itching regularly, but I have avoided scratching. I press with the back of my fingers on the area to ease the itching. However, I think I might scratch my head at night in my sleep because I have recently, last 2-3 weeks, have small wounds on my head, maybe 3-6 in total. I have seen blood stains on my pillow and I have crusts on my head from the wounds. Should I be worried? Is it normal? What to do?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.  Having blood stains after 2 months is not normal.

Ilhan Serdaroglu, MD · Answer

small pimples may cause that kind of itching... I suggest you to hot water compress on to pimples  by using a small hot wet towel for 2-3 minutes and 2 times  a day for 1 week.İt surprisingly decrease the inflammation and infection.Dont forget that you may wash your head with normal pressure and if you need you can use a wet towel with soap for massage the scabby area, it Works very well to remove scabs and dirt that may cause itching also .

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

If you can't stop scratching your head 2 months after transplant, wear mittens or gloves when you sleep

2 months post op, might scratch my head in my sleep. Blood stains on pillow and crusts from wounds have appeared. Advice?

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