ArochaAngel4247 Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 This patient came to see Dr. Arocha with a history of two previous keloid formations after some scalp procedures done by another physician. Dr. Arocha recommended that he consider doing an FUE to minimize the risk of developing a keloid with an FUT procedure. However, the patient insisted that Dr. Arocha perform an FUT procedure. Dr. Arocha complied with the patient's request and performed an FUT to restore his hair loss. Even though this patient had the tendency to keloid, he followed Dr. Arocha's post-operative instructions thoroughly and avoided a keloid this time around. This resulted in a fine, barely visible FUT scar. There are factors that increase the risk of scars widening or thickening. These factors include 1) increased scalp laxity 2) the risk of keloid in people with pigmented skin (asian, indian, middle eastern, etc...) 3) failure to follow guidelines to limit tension on the wound margins post surgery. The wound requires 6 to 12 months to mature. During this time, there is an increased risk of the scar widening if tension vectors are applied to the wound margins. This can be from progressive resistance exercises like squats and shoulder shrugs, or even using a pillow that predisposes to create tension on the neck. These tension vector forces are amplified in someone with very loose scalp. Therefore, it's vital to follow all post-operative instructions and precautions. Before: After: Before: After: Before: After: 1 Representative and Patient Educator for: Dr. Bernardino A. Arocha, Coalition Member. I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted November 19, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted November 19, 2021 That’s a very neat looking FUT scar ! Thanks for posting this interesting case @ArochaAngel4247 👍🏽 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArochaAngel4247 Posted November 19, 2021 Author Share Posted November 19, 2021 18 minutes ago, JC71 said: That’s a very neat looking FUT scar ! Thanks for posting this interesting case @ArochaAngel4247 👍🏽 Thank you for reading along! 2 Representative and Patient Educator for: Dr. Bernardino A. Arocha, Coalition Member. I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted November 19, 2021 Administrators Share Posted November 19, 2021 Perfect timing and thank you for sharing I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArochaAngel4247 Posted December 10, 2021 Author Share Posted December 10, 2021 Thanks, Melvin! Representative and Patient Educator for: Dr. Bernardino A. Arocha, Coalition Member. I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FailedFUE Posted April 12 Share Posted April 12 On 11/19/2021 at 2:30 PM, ArochaAngel4247 said: This patient came to see Dr. Arocha with a history of two previous keloid formations after some scalp procedures done by another physician. Dr. Arocha recommended that he consider doing an FUE to minimize the risk of developing a keloid with an FUT procedure. However, the patient insisted that Dr. Arocha perform an FUT procedure. Dr. Arocha complied with the patient's request and performed an FUT to restore his hair loss. Even though this patient had the tendency to keloid, he followed Dr. Arocha's post-operative instructions thoroughly and avoided a keloid this time around. This resulted in a fine, barely visible FUT scar. There are factors that increase the risk of scars widening or thickening. These factors include 1) increased scalp laxity 2) the risk of keloid in people with pigmented skin (asian, indian, middle eastern, etc...) 3) failure to follow guidelines to limit tension on the wound margins post surgery. The wound requires 6 to 12 months to mature. During this time, there is an increased risk of the scar widening if tension vectors are applied to the wound margins. This can be from progressive resistance exercises like squats and shoulder shrugs, or even using a pillow that predisposes to create tension on the neck. These tension vector forces are amplified in someone with very loose scalp. Therefore, it's vital to follow all post-operative instructions and precautions. Before: After: Before: After: Before: After: Hello Dr. Arocha, these results are wonderful. How can I get in contact with you about a consultation? I am unable to send you a direct message. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArochaAngel4247 Posted April 18 Author Share Posted April 18 @FailedFUE I sent you a message! Let me know if I can be of any further assistance. Representative and Patient Educator for: Dr. Bernardino A. Arocha, Coalition Member. I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FailedFUE Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 5 hours ago, ArochaAngel4247 said: @FailedFUE I sent you a message! Let me know if I can be of any further assistance. I am sure hoping you can! I just replied and attached some photos as well. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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