Aftercare & Recovery
Post-transplant care, shock loss, the hair-growth timeline, and recovery tips to get you through with confidence.
Pimples After a Hair Transplant: Are They Normal and When Should You See Your Surgeon?
Scalp pimples one to two months after a hair transplant are often mild folliculitis as new hairs break through the skin.…
When Can You Return to Work After a Hair Transplant?
There is no universal return-to-work day after a hair transplant. Compare desk, outdoor and physical jobs, and plan leav…
Sun Exposure After a Hair Transplant: Hats, Sunscreen and Outdoor Plans
Protect healing recipient and donor sites from prolonged direct sun. Learn when to discuss hats and scalp sunscreen with…
When Can You Wear a Helmet After a Hair Transplant? Riding and Scalp Protection
A loose cap and a protective helmet do not put the same pressure on a healing scalp. Learn what to check before riding, …
When Can You Exercise After a Hair Transplant? Running and Weights
Returning to walking, running or lifting after a hair transplant depends on both the recipient and donor wounds, not jus…
Can You Fly After a Hair Transplant? Planning Your Return Trip
There is no universal number of days to wait before flying after a hair transplant. Learn what your surgeon should check…
When Does Hair Grow After a Transplant? A One-Year Timeline and Follow-Up Guide
When does hair grow after a transplant? Dr. Wu explains the changes from surgery day to one year: scabs, temporary shedd…
Scalp Numbness After a Hair Transplant: Recovery and Warning Signs
Numbness or tingling in the donor or recipient area can occur after hair transplantation. Learn how sensation may recove…
How to Care for Hair After a Hair Transplant: Washing, Sleep, Exercise & Swelling Guide
Proper postoperative aftercare determines graft survival and natural results. Learn the critical 14-day recovery timelin…
Is Forehead Swelling Normal After Hair Transplant? Causes, Timeline & Prevention
Forehead and eyelid swelling after hair transplant is caused by anesthetic tumescence drainage and gravity, peaking arou…
Does Hair Fall Out After a Transplant? Shock Loss, Native Hair and Growth Timeline
Transplanted shafts or nearby native hair may shed 2–8 weeks after surgery, with new hair from about month 3–4. Learn th…