Regular Member eddiemunster Posted April 19, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted April 19, 2017 Hi all, I had about 800 grafts FUE with Dr. Diep 12 days ago. I'm an avid swimmer, and Dr. Diep has advised that it is safe to resume swimming after 2 weeks. I've researched this and have come across some claims that chlorine kills grafts. some doctors advise patients to wait a month or even longer. I'd like to get back to the pool ASAP, but obviously don't want to risk any harm. My question - has anyone had a negative experience with swimming/chlorine after 2 weeks? Can anyone substantiate any real risks associated with swimming after 2 weeks? thanks in advance! -Eddie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member crankyhair Posted April 20, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted April 20, 2017 Probably impossible for people to know if swimming had an impact on their results months later after since they don't have a twin who had same procedure without swimming. But just as a disinterested third party I'd vote to wait. You're trying to get hair to live and sprout in their new home so give them every advantage and don't submerge them in chlorine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted April 20, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted April 20, 2017 I prefer to err on the side of caution. Hair transplants are a large investment in money and time. I know it's tough to postpone fitness and leisure activities but I'd wait at least one month. 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 KO Posted April 20, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted April 20, 2017 I wouldn't do it if I were you. Seawater is supposed to be OK though. 3382 FUE Lupanzula http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/185463-3382-grafts-lupanzula.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Blake Bloxham Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Eddie, The most important thing you can do is follow your own doctor's instructions carefully. Now, that doesn't mean you can't err on the side of "extra" caution -- as patients often do. But if you follow the clinic's post-op instructions to the letter, you should be good. If you were my patient, I'd have no problem with you swimming after two weeks. By this point in time, the skin has healed over the grafts and formed a pretty strong barrier. It would be difficult for any caustic substance to really get in there and irritate the grafts. Not to mention the fact that the body has already formed a protective scar around the grafts and is likely already nourishing them with a developing blood supply. So they are pretty much like any other follicle at that point. A little more sensitive to some things, but I don't think swimming would hurt much at this point. But what your doctor says is law! Hope this helps. Grow well. PS: If you are swimming outside, the sun is the real enemy -- in my opinion. Make sure you don't get a burn on the scalp two weeks after surgery. Dr. Blake Bloxham is recommended by the Hair Transplant Network. Hair restoration physician - Feller and Bloxham Hair Transplantation Previously "Future_HT_Doc" or "Blake_Bloxham" - forum co-moderator and editorial assistant for the Hair Transplant Network, Hair Restoration Network, Hair Loss Q&A blog, and Hair Loss Learning Center. Click here to read my previous answers to hair loss and hair restoration questions, editorials, commentaries, and educational articles. Now practicing hair transplant surgery with Coalition hair restoration physician Dr Alan Feller at our New York practice: Feller and Bloxham Hair Transplantation. Please note: my advice does not constitute as medical advice. All medical questions and concerns should be addressed by a personal physician. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member pkipling Posted April 20, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted April 20, 2017 Exactly what Blake said. Listen to your doctor, and if anything, be extra cautious if for nothing more than your own peace of mind. And yes - I'd be more concerned about the sun than the chlorine if indeed you're in an outdoor pool. Happy swimming and happy growing. :cool: I am a patient advocate for Dr. Parsa Mohebi in Los Angeles, CA. My views/opinions are my own and don't necessarily reflect the opinions of Dr. Mohebi and his staff. Check out my hair loss website for photos FUE surgery by Dr. Mohebi on 7/31/14 2,001 grafts - Ones: 607; Twos: 925; Threes: 413; Fours: 56 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member gillenator Posted April 21, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted April 21, 2017 Well stated by Dr. Blake... Gillenator Independent Patient Advocate I am not a physician and not employed by any doctor/clinic. My opinions are not medical advice, but are my own views which you read at your own risk. Supporting Physicians: Dr. Robert Dorin: The Hairloss Doctors in New York, NY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member eddiemunster Posted April 27, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 27, 2017 thanks much for the help here Dr. Blake and everyone; it is much appreciated! and sorry for delay, the response notifications apparently went to my junk mail. FYI, I waited an extra 6 days, and took my first swim this morning (20 days after surgery), so am comfortable that it is all good. thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member voxman Posted April 27, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted April 27, 2017 I would wait for 21 days. I'm serious. Just look at my face. My Hair Regimen: Lather, Rinse, Repeat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member jaswalraj1 Posted April 28, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted April 28, 2017 We advise to not swim in swimming pools with chlorine in the first 14 days after the transplant surgery as the chemicals may damage the grafts, it is however safe to swim in the sea from 5th day onward. Do not dive. After day 14 you can swim in swimming pools and apply sun lotion to the scalp and wear a hat if needed. Online Representative and Patient Advisor for: Dr. Kapil Dua, AKClinics - Hair Transplant in Delhi, Ludhiana and Bangalore, Chennai - India. Dr. Kapil Dua, Board of Governor at ISHRS(USA), Board of Governor at AAHRS, President of AHRS India is a recommended surgeon at Hair Transplant Network. Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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