Proper care after hair transplantation can help avoid damage to the transplanted hair follicles and promote hair growth. So what should be paid attention to after hair transplantation?
Dietary precautions after hair transplantation
After hair transplantation, it is important to avoid eating seafood, strong-smelling foods, and spicy foods to prevent allergic reactions. In addition, alcohol and other high-alcohol beverages should be avoided, as well as smoking.
After hair transplantation, it is recommended to eat more legumes to promote healthy hair, or eat more vegetables, fruits, and dark-colored foods that can stimulate hair growth. For example, kiwi, kiwifruit, apple, pineapple, spinach, leek, celery, potatoes, oats, black beans, black rice, etc.
Clothing precautions after hair transplantation
After hair transplantation, it is advisable to wear cardigans instead of pullovers to avoid accidentally touching the transplanted area when dressing or undressing. If you need to go out within 3 days after hair transplantation, you can wear a hat to prevent dust from falling. When taking off or putting on a hat, the movements should be slow.
Exercise precautions after hair transplantation
If you need to exercise after hair transplantation, it is important to note that exercise is prohibited for the first 5 days after the surgery. Even the movements of turning or bending the head should be controlled and not too large or abrupt. Mild exercise can be done after 7 days, but intense exercise should be postponed until about 1 month after hair transplantation.
Cleaning precautions after hair transplantation
If you want to wash your hair after hair transplantation, it is generally recommended to wait until the 5th day. When washing, use warm water to rinse the scalp and choose a mild and non-irritating shampoo. After washing, use a hairdryer to dry the hair and avoid using towels to rub it. It is best to let the hair dry naturally.
In addition, during the first 5 days after hair transplantation, when washing the face or taking a shower, care should be taken not to let water touch the transplanted area and keep it dry.
Sleeping posture precautions after hair transplantation
During the first week after hair transplantation, it is recommended to use a higher pillow when sleeping to promote blood circulation. Generally, the pillow can be raised 3-4 inches. If using a higher pillow is uncomfortable, you can try using a higher pillow after 3 days. There is no specific requirement for sleeping posture after hair transplantation, it should be based on personal comfort.
Medication precautions after hair transplantation
After hair transplantation, it is important to follow the doctor's guidance and use anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling drugs for a few days to help the healing of the transplanted area. If you have other medical conditions that require medication, it is necessary to consult a doctor before taking any medication to avoid any adverse effects on your health.
Follow-up precautions after hair transplantation
After hair transplantation, the hair follicles will gradually stabilize and grow. It is recommended to have regular follow-up visits to the hospital at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 9 months after the surgery to better understand the growth of the transplanted hair.
