Is It Normal to Shed Hair after Hair Transplant Surgery?

This question, asked by a member of our Hair Loss Social Community and Discussion Forums, was answered by Coalition hair transplant surgeon Dr. Glenn Charles:

I had my [tag]hair restoration[/tag] surgery about 13 days ago and I have my scabs falling off now. But, in some of the scabs that fall off, I see hair attached to the scabs. Is this [tag]hair loss[/tag] due to grafts from my [tag]hair transplant[/tag] that did not adhere to the scalp properly? I am so worried..any advice on this will be great.

In most cases shedding will occur in the first 4 weeks after hair transplant surgery. I suppose a delayed shedding is possible but not very likely. You are right on track.

Try to not think about any [tag]hair growth[/tag] for 3-4 months so you do not go too crazy.

Dr. Glenn Charles

____

David (TakingThePlunge) – Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant for the Hair Restoration Forum and Social Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q & A Blog.

Get Proven Hair Loss Treatments at the Best Prices by visiting our new Online Hair Loss Product Store