I have had no issues since the procedure and I believe my cleaning routine etc was all done correctly.Some grafts have shed at this point, but a lot of the hair hasnt making it obvious that I had the procedure done as the grafted hair is very visible and short compared to the rest of my longer hair.Can I accelerate the shedding, i.e. can I pull out the hair? I feel like the roots are embedded at this point. I have pulled out a couple and only the hair has come out, please see image. The hairs have a hook like ending but don't seem to have any bulb like attachment to the end.Thanks!
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June 15, 2017
Answer: It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.
You are 17 days after hair transplant lowering procedure and the crusts are now off. What you are seeing is the hairs that remain and they may not reflect what was put in as some of them have shed. Be patient
Greetings,The donor area after FUE, whether by hand or ARTAS, takes some time to heal. Most patients heal atraumatically over a period of weeks. As your hairs begin to grow, the donor area becomes harder to see. Daily washes with mild soap can help keep the donor area clean. If scabs for...
