Scab removal on 8th/9th day... Transplants 6/9/2025
A user shared their experience with hair transplant scab removal, noting that most scabs came off easily without bleeding by using oil and shampoo. They sought advice on whether any hair was lost during the process, and others reassured them that no hair was lost and to trust the healing process.
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