π‘ Quick answer
A month-2 selfie is not the final density. Ask the surgeon what they expect at 6β12 months.
Questions answered here
Shock loss is often telogen in native follicles around the work. Poor growth can be handling, placement, or vascular issues. This page will not invent a PMID. Related: FUE survival and six-to-twelve-month clock β different URLs.
Do not double minoxidil on a fresh recipient unless the surgeon said so. Do not start oral finasteride from a panic selfie without a plan.
Pus, fever, or necrosis is surgical care now. This is not medical advice.
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Sources: Graft coverage (Wimpole) β
FAQ
Is all early shed failed FUE?
No. Shock can be native hair. Ask how they tell.
When is poor growth declared?
Often many months. Not a HairBase week-6 court.
Same as survival page?
Related outcomes, different URL.
More foam to fix shock?
Surgeon timing. Do not invent a millilitre.
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β οΈ When to see a doctor β donβt self-treat
- Sudden patchy or circular bald spots
- Redness, scaling, pus, pain or itch (possible scarring alopecia β treat urgently)
- Broken hairs or rapid loss
- Loss with body-wide signs (weight loss, fatigue, cycle changes, acne, extra hair)
- Loss right after a new medication
- Any hair loss in a child