Hair transplantation is a medical treatment that can effectively relieve hair loss. Many patients with hair loss will choose this method to regain thick hair. However, there are many things to pay attention to when transplanting hair. So transplantation Is hair dangerous? Are there any side effects of hair transplantation? Hair transplantation may have some side effects, let’s learn more about them below.
1. Is hair transplantation dangerous?
Hair transplantation surgery in regular hospitals is very safe and the risk is very small. Because the hair transplant surgery only operates on the superficial scalp, it will not damage important blood vessels and nerves. The surgical trauma is small, and the recovery will be quick if the care is taken well.
2. Are there any side effects of hair transplantation?
Hair transplantation has certain side effects, but they can be solved.
Although hair transplant surgery is very safe, it is also a traumatic surgery. After the surgery, the patient's scalp will experience a small amount of bleeding, the hair removal area will be red, and patients with severe hair loss will have slight swelling of the scalp. Phenomenon. But this is a normal phenomenon. Patients can report the situation to the hair transplant hospital at any time, and the attending doctor will tell you how to deal with it.
3. How long can hair transplantation last?
If the hair transplantation surgery is successful, it can last for many years.
Hair transplantation uses healthy hair follicles in the occiput. Generally, hair loss in middle-aged men is caused by internal factors such as genetics, age, and changes in male hormones. Hair follicles are not affected by changes in male hormones, so transplanted hair follicles can last for many years.
4. Will hair fall out after transplantation?
Hair loss will still occur after transplantation.
Successful hair transplant surgery does not mean that the hair will not fall out. Generally, normal hair follicles will maintain a "growth-shedding" metabolic cycle, but the hair follicles themselves are not damaged, and the transplanted hair follicles will also A normal "growth-shedding" metabolic cycle is formed, so occasionally a small amount of hair will fall out in the area where hair is transplanted.
5. What to do if the transplanted hair falls out
1. If a small amount of hair falls out after the hair grows normally, don’t panic. First, the transplanted hair follicles need to adapt to the blood circulation of the scalp. A small amount of hair will fall out during the process, but the hair follicles are still intact. Secondly, the hair follicle itself will undergo normal shedding and metabolism, and the hair will grow back after falling out.
2. If there is a large amount of shedding in the hair transplant area, the hair is obviously reduced, and the hair follicles are red and swollen, this requires attention. Generally, once hair grows in the hair transplant area, it means that the operation is successful. However, if a large amount of hair falls out later, you still need to consult the attending doctor and go to the hospital for review if necessary. It may also be caused by factors such as diet, medicine or shampoo, etc. You can stop using these things that may cause hair loss and observe whether the hair stops falling off.
6. Tips
Hair follicles are a non-renewable resource. Once wasted and necrotic, they will not grow new hair again. Therefore, when choosing a hair transplant institution, hair follicles When choosing transplantation techniques, you must choose carefully, and do not wait until there are not enough donors and regret it. After all, multiple hair transplants are not good for the hair.
7. Precautions for hair transplantation
1. Do not receive any vaccinations 3 months before surgery
2. Routine blood tests are required 3 months before surgery
3. Do not drink alcohol or drinks containing alcohol 3 days before surgery
4. Preoperative topical hair growth drugs need to be stopped 3-5 days in advance
5 , Wash your hair and take a shower the day before the operation
The day of hair transplantation
1. You need to wear a cardigan on the day of the operation
2. You need to eat breakfast on the morning of the operation. Do not fast.
Precautions after hair transplantation
1. Pay attention to how much you lower your head and turn your head after surgery, and do not bump into doors, windows, etc. The bandage on the occipital area can be removed after surgery
2. Avoid eating seafood, pepper, beef and mutton and other foods for one week after surgery
3. Oral anti-inflammatory drugs on time for 3-5 days
4. Within a week, especially before surgery The height of the pillow for three days of sleep should be equivalent to the usual 3-4 pillow heights, which is beneficial to blood circulation. Drink less or no water after 9 pm
5. If you go out 3 days after surgery Wear the hat we prepared (to prevent dust, you can wear your own hat after 3 days)
6. You can shower with clean water and wash your hair 3 days after the operation. You can wash your hair with shampoo after 5 days, but pay attention to the intensity of washing your hair. Be gentle
7. You can use hot compress to clean up the blood scab on your own 7 days after the operation
8. The sutures are removed 7-9 days after the operation. There is no need to remove the sutures for FUE. Within 48 hours after the sutures are removed, be careful to turn your head and lower your head slightly, and avoid getting wet within 2 days.
9. Come to the hospital for review every 2, 4, 6, and 9 months after hair transplantation to understand the latest hair growth.