Regular Member reen3 Posted January 13, 2011 Regular Member Share Posted January 13, 2011 I had my hair transplant about ten days ago I still have lots of scabs left. I wanted to know is it safe for me to start scrubbing them off? also does taking a shower 4 times a day damage hair cells? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted January 13, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted January 13, 2011 reen3, It is always best to follow your hair transplant physician's post-operative care instructions. However, you can always follow the general guidelines detailed in the following article on our Hair Loss Q&A Blog How Should I Wash My Hair After a Hair Transplant? At 10 days post-op it is fine to begin gently rubbing off the scabs using your fingertips in a circular motion. It's best to do this in the shower. You may also find this information helpful, Does Daily Washing Increase Hair Loss? All the best, David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mattj Posted January 13, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted January 13, 2011 10 days is often given as the time that the grafts would be safely secured. Dr Rahal instructs patients to wait 2 weeks to be absolutely certain. I am a patient and representative of Dr Rahal. My FUE Procedure With Dr Rahal - Awesome Hairline Result I can be contacted for advice: matt@rahalhairline.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Glenn Charles Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Applying a little Vitamin E or baby oil to the scabs for 5-10 minutes before shampooing will help loosen the scabs and most will slide off in shower. This can be done 10 days post-op. Washing the hair four times a day sounds a bit excessive. Remember moderation is the key. Dr. Glenn Charles is a member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member RCWest Posted January 14, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted January 14, 2011 Taking 4 showers a day will sure dry your hair/skin out. Skin heals better when it is moisturized. Finasteride 1.25 mg. daily Avodart 0.5 mg. daily Spironolactone 50 mg twice daily 5 mg. oral Minoxidil twice daily Biotin 1000 mcg daily Multi Vitamin daily Damn, with all the stuff you put in your hair are you like a negative NW1? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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