Growth After a Hair Transplant

I had a [tag]hair transplant[/tag] 2 months ago and I’m not seeing any new growth.   Should I be worried?

There is no need to worry.   Your [tag]transplanted hair[/tag] will start to grow between 3 to 5 months post-op.  

Because these hairs have undergone the trauma of surgery, the hairs all shed after a hair transplant (which typically happens between 2-4 weeks post-op).   This hair shedding is referred to as the [tag]telogen[/tag] phase.   From this point, a new hair begins to grow from the hair folicle (called the [tag]anagen[/tag] phase).   But this process takes time, which is why it takes 3 to 5 months for the hair follicle to become visible – though growth begins much earlier (under the scalp).   To learn more about the healthy [tag]hair growth cycle[/tag], read the following [tag]hair loss[/tag] Q&A Blog.

Keep in mind also, that sometimes you will look worse before you look better due to possible  shock loss.   Feel free to join our discussion about [tag]shock loss[/tag] by clicking here.

The “waiting game” is the hardest part of a hair transplant.    Do your best to be Patient!!!  

Remember also that just because the transplanted hairs will break through the surface of your skin between 3 to 5 months doesn’t mean that it will be visible right way.   [tag]Hair Transplantation[/tag] [tag]hair growth[/tag] is a gradual process.   This is why it’s best to document your progress with monthly pictures.   When comparing them, especially those pictures a few months apart, you will certainly see a difference.

Bill
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