What Should Be Considered After Hair Transplantation?

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One of the most important processes for hair transplant operations is the process after hair transplantation. It is a very laborious process for the patient who decides on hair transplantation to search for the appropriate clinic, the appropriate physician and the appropriate hair transplantation method. As it is known, hair transplantation is a relatively costly procedure compared to other aesthetic operations. In hair transplantation operations, the process is not over when the hair transplantation is completed. On the contrary, since the results of the operation will begin to be seen afterwards, an important process is just beginning. 

Another situation that directly affects the success of the physician or hair transplant operation is the protection process after hair transplantation. For this reason, what to pay attention to after hair transplantation is among the most curious questions. 

- Rest is recommended for the first 2 days after hair transplantation. There should be no contact with the hair transplantation area for the first 48 hours after hair transplantation. 

- It is recommended that the first washing after hair transplantation should be done after 4 days at the earliest under the control of the physician and with the guidance of the specialist. The first wash is very important. A wrong action here can damage the hair follicles. 

- In the first 2 weeks after hair transplantation, sea or pool should not be entered, solarium should not be preferred and direct exposure to sunlight should be avoided. In some cases, this period may extend up to 4 weeks. The physician's recommendation should be taken into consideration. 

- After hair transplantation, it is recommended to wait an average of 30 to 45 days for blow drying or styling. Hair can be left to dry on its own whenever possible.

- It is important to protect the transplanted area from very hot and cold weather. 

- Heavy and very active sports activities should be avoided, light walking can be preferred after hair transplantation, there is no harm in this. 

- Maximum attention should be paid to nutrition and care should be taken about healthy nutrition. Vitamin and mineral supplements may also be recommended if necessary, especially during the healing process. 

- Scabs and redness can be seen in the hair transplantation area. These crusts and redness should be left to heal on their own. The crusts should never be peeled off.

- Shampoo selection should be more careful and if possible, shampoo should be preferred in line with the physician's recommendation. 

- Pain and oedema are expected to occur after the hair transplant operation. In these cases, plenty of water should be consumed and painkillers recommended by the physician should be used.

- When lying down after hair transplantation, you should never lie on the transplanted area. 

- It is recommended not to use aspirin and similar blood thinners after hair transplantation. 

- Since it directly affects the healing process after hair transplantation, it is recommended to stop smoking and alcohol consumption for at least 1 month. 

- It is expected to experience hair loss in the first 2 months after hair transplantation. In such a case, you should not panic. It can be seen that the hair that falls out in the first two months grows very healthy in the following months.