Hair Transplant Side Effects

Typical Side Effects After Hair Transplant

Short-term changes are common after surgery. They depend on the technique used, number of grafts, and healing response.

• Swelling around forehead or eyes, usually easing within a few days.
• Redness at donor and recipient sites, reducing as tissue heals.
• Scabs over grafts, clearing in 7 to 10 days.
• Itching during healing, managed with prescribed topical care.
• Temporary shedding of transplanted or nearby hair, with regrowth over months.

Following aftercare instructions can limit discomfort and support graft survival. Report any unusual changes during follow-up visits.

Uncommon or More Serious Effects

Rare effects need prompt review by your surgeon. Proper technique and sterile environments lower risk.

• Infection requiring antibiotics.
• Prolonged numbness beyond expected recovery.
• Uneven hair growth, sometimes corrected with hair transplant repair.
• Scarring related to certain methods or healing response.
• Tissue loss in recipient area due to poor blood supply.

Discuss these risks in consultation and ensure your procedure is done in a fully equipped medical setting.

Managing Recovery and Side Effects

Recovery is guided by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo with care plans based on surgery type, health profile, and daily activities.

• Wash scalp as directed to maintain hygiene.
• Use prescribed medication for pain, swelling, or infection prevention.
• Avoid heavy exercise for about a week.
• Attend follow-up visits for graft evaluation.
• Protect scalp from sun during early healing.

Before and after images are shared only in secure consultations. Procedures like body hair transplant or long hair FUE may have different recovery timelines. Patients can book online or by phone, with parking available at most locations.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India, directed by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi). Services include advanced FUE hair transplants, repair procedures, beard and mustache reconstruction, regenerative trichology, and personalised hair loss diagnosis. Care is evidence-led with in-clinic or online consultations. Visit alloroots.com for service details and booking.