Hello, I am now 8 days post op where I underwent FUT procedure (4,157 grafts) at the MHTA clinic. My donor area scar was infected despite thoroughly following post op instructions and daily applying the antiseptic medication provided after surgery. Is this common despite following post op instructions? I have now been prescribed medication for the infection by my local Doctor. I was wondering how this would affect the healing of my donor scar? would it be more visible?
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July 31, 2015
Answer: If your donor area is infected, you need to see a doctor for treatment.
Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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