Had FUE done 24 days ago, not all hair has shed. Can I pluck these hairs? (photo)

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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!

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.  Most doctors would say don't pluck out the hairs.

James A. Harris, MD · Answer

I would pluck the hairs gently; most should come out easily, if not, then they can be left in.  The reason to pull them is to prevent inflammation that may be cause by the hair fragments.

James Harris, MD

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

pulling out residual hair shaft after a hair transplant should be done by a professional to be safely done. Go back to your doctor

Amit Gupta, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for asking this question.Please don’t pluck it out intentionally. I am sure you might been given all the information of about how the transplant will go post-procedure by your Plastic surgeon. There is nothing that can speed up the shedding. Usually hair shedding takes places from the 2nd week to the 6th week of transplant. But it has been known to occur sooner or later as much as 6th month from the hair transplantation. Pulling it out intentionally might damage the hair follicle. Hair growth is a gradual process and need around 9 to 10 months to show the entire result. So, please relax and let the hair growth take its course. Good luck!Regards, Dr. Amit Gupta

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