Hi all,
I’m currently 2 months post op (FUE, top and crown) and for the past 3-4 weeks I’ve noticed a strange, slightly foul smell coming from my scalp, something akin to a sweaty locker.
i shower and wash my hair everyday with hair loss shampoo and conditioner (and once a week nizoral), and take finasteride and minoxidil orally. I also keep good hygiene, wash my pillowcase and sheets weekly.
the smell is most obvious when I rub my fingers on my scalp and crown, when I wear a hat occasionally, or even when my head around rapidly. The smell goes away for a few hours after shampooing but always returns.
my transplanted area is still pink-ish red, sensitive to hot water, and my donor area is still experiencing discoloration. but there is no smell here when I touch these areas compared to my top and crown.
There was another post from many years ago about someone with a similar experience. I have reached out to my doctor’s clinic, but I thought I’d ask the community in case anyone else has had this experience?
much appreciated!!