What affect does anti dandruff shampoo have on new hair after FUE?

Question

i was told when i asked my surgeon that i shouldnt use anti dandruff shampoos for at least 6 weeks and was wondering what effect it has on the recipient area and why it shouldnt be used as i cant find any information online just everyone saying you cant use it but not saying what effect it has if you do.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello,
Dry scalp is fairly common after hair transplantation.  Lots of solutions here including use of conditioner, antibiotic ointment, vaseline.  A great first step is to contact your hair transplant surgeon and see what solution works best for you.  
Best,
Dr. Anil Shah

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you have dandruff, you can try using ant-dandruff shampoo.  It would not be an issue after surgery especially after 6 weeks.

Ilhan Serdaroglu, MD · Answer

You may start to use anti dundruff shampoo 2 weeks after the FUE operation and  can start to your normal life . You may wash your head  just like before operation how often and which shampoo you use.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

There is no impact of a dandruff shampoo on hair transplants. Many people use them. Shampoos like Head and Shoulders works well

What affect does anti dandruff shampoo have on new hair after FUE?

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