Folliculitis can be an annoying and uncomfortable condition, especially if it is in a sensitive area such as your head. Unfortunately, after receiving a hair transplant, folliculitis can be quite common. As a result, you might be asking yourself, what is the best way to deal with folliculitis following a hair transplant and what alternatives might exist to avoid this issue?
Folliculitis is an irritation of the skin that usually manifests itself as small red bumps. However, symptoms can often go beyond the cosmetic with itchiness, pus-filled bumps, dark spots and even scarring occurring in some cases. Treating this can often be time-consuming and requires constant care – perhaps the single most important thing is to never pick at your skin.
In addition, medicated shampoos, antibacterial soap, and even acne treatments can be useful in the treatment of folliculitis. If the condition persists, a trip to the dermatologist may be necessary. They will be able to prescribe antibacterial, oral, or topical remedies and even antibiotics such as tetracycline if the folliculitis is infected.
Beyond the issue of folliculitis, hair transplants can often be expensive, painful and can carry significant side effects. While there are many alternative treatments out there, like hair transplants they can carry side effects, recovery times and even possible retreatment – not to mention that treatments such as hair transplants can be extremely expensive, especially in the United States.
Luckily, a procedure known as scalp micropigmentation can provide a fuller-looking head of hair without the side effects and retreatment typical of so many other treatments. Scalp micropigmentation works by injecting small amounts of pigment into the skin; by utilizing this method, patients have some degree of customization over their look.
For men with thinning hair, this means providing for a fuller-looking head of hair, while for bald or balding men, this means a freshly-shaven look that requires zero upkeep. Treatment is usually accomplished within 2-3 sessions, spaced only one week apart.
We offer Scalp Micropigmentation in over 50 US cities. Call or text us today at 833-HAIR-INK (833-424-7465) to schedule an appointment, learn about our pricing, or get a free quote!
