Complete Aftercare Guide for Hair Transplant in India

Early Recovery After Hair Transplant in India

In the first week, graft survival is most sensitive. Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling. Clean the transplanted area with prescribed saline or gentle solutions. Avoid touching or scratching grafts. Bandages are removed within 1-2 days, followed by gentle washing. Apply prescribed ointments to the donor area in thin layers.

• No strenuous exercise for 7-10 days
• Protect scalp from direct sunlight
• Use only approved hair care products during this phase

If travelling for surgery, stay nearby until the first follow-up to address early healing needs quickly.

Managing Discomfort and Swelling

Swelling and redness are common and usually temporary. If approved by your doctor, cold compresses can be applied but never directly on grafts. Use pain relief medication only as prescribed. Tingling or numbness may last for weeks and usually resolves. Report any unexpected discharge or severe pain promptly.

Long-Term Care and Growth Support

Transplanted hair often sheds during the first month before new growth begins. Your surgeon may recommend PRP, i-PRF, GFC, or hair mesotherapy to maintain follicle health. Protect grafts from trauma and follow a balanced diet. Privacy-focused outcome reviews give realistic growth timelines.

• Attend follow-up visits at set intervals
• Use topical or oral hair medications if clinically indicated
• Consider non-surgical options like SMP or LLLT for density improvement

Remote consultations can adjust care plans and monitor progress for patients in other cities.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India specialising in surgical hair transplantation and regenerative hair treatments. Led by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi), the clinic offers personalised diagnosis, hairline design, advanced FUE transplants, and non-surgical solutions. Services are available in-clinic and online, with emphasis on privacy, safety protocols, realistic outcomes, and evidence-led care. Learn more at alloroots.com.