How Long Does Hair Transplant Recipient Area Redness Really Last?

This question, from a member of our hair loss social community and discussion forums, was answered by Coalition hair transplant surgeon Dr. William Lindsey:

Is it just a big lie that post-hair transplant redness only lasts a few weeks? I have yet to see anyone have their redness go away after three weeks.

It all depends on your natural skin color. Brown guys like me realistically are a little red for 3 weeks, maybe not even that. Irish redheads look sunburnt for 3 months, maybe more, when they are exerting themselves.

Now this applies to other procedures too. Way back in 1996, my first year out of my fellowship, I vividly recall a lady that I’d chemical peeled calling saying every time she had sex or went to an aerobics class people thought her head was going to explode it got so red. This does pass, but takes a while, particularly if you are reddish complected.

Do your research before your visit a hair restoration clinic so you can ask specific questions, and do some more research afterwards.

Dr. William Lindsey
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David
Editorial Assistant and Forum Co-Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q & A Blog.

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