My Hair UK (Birmingham patients)

Your First Six Months After a Hair Transplant: A Guide for Birmingham Patients

The first six months after an FUE hair transplant pass through several distinct stages. My Hair UK arranges FUE hair transplants for Birmingham patients at the Manchester clinic on Deansgate or the London clinic in Harrow, both a straightforward train journey from Birmingham New Street, and supports patients through every stage. Both clinics are registered with the CQC, and the London clinic in Harrow is rated Good.

The first few days: initial healing

In the first few days your scalp will look red, with tiny scabs around each graft. This is part of the normal healing response. By day three you may notice swelling around the forehead and eyes, especially after a large session, which usually settles by day five.

The donor area may feel slightly sore, but because FUE needs no stitches, discomfort is usually mild. You start gentle washing when your surgeon advises, following the instructions you are given, without rubbing or scratching. The scabs usually fall away between days seven and ten. Many people return to desk work after three to five days, but avoid exercise for at least ten days.

Weeks 2 to 4: shedding

Between weeks two and four, most transplanted hairs enter a resting phase and shed. The grafts stay safely beneath the skin while the visible hairs fall out. Many patients worry the transplant has failed, but this shedding is a normal part of the process and the follicles are preparing to grow again.

Some people also have temporary shedding of the surrounding native hair, known as shock loss. It is short-term and does not affect the final result. Avoid shaving the recipient area or using any product your surgeon has not approved.

Months 2 to 3: little visible change

By months two and three the scalp looks healed, but there may be little visible improvement yet. This plateau can be frustrating. Some people get mild folliculitis, small spots around the grafts, which is usually harmless and easily treated; tell the team if you notice it.

Hair growth is not a straight line. The follicles are getting ready to produce new hairs, but most are still resting beneath the skin. Good aftercare, a healthy diet and avoiding smoking and alcohol all help.

Months 4 to 5: early growth

From around month four, new hairs start to come through. They are often fine, wispy and lighter in colour at first, which is completely normal, and they gradually thicken and darken. Not every graft grows at the same time, so some areas may look patchy or slower than others for a while.

For many people this is the first real sign that the transplant is working. You can start trimming the hair, but avoid close shaving or chemical treatments, and keep following your washing routine. Some itching or dryness is common as the new hairs grow.

Month 6: a clear improvement

By six months most people see around half of their final result. The hairline takes shape, density improves and the new hair blends with your existing hair. How much growth you see depends on age, genetics, graft survival and general health. Your free follow-up with your surgeon at 6 months is the time to review progress.

The grafts are now well established and the hair can be washed, cut and styled normally. Ask your surgeon before colouring or perming. Patchy areas or slower growth at this stage do not mean failure: many grafts keep improving over the next six months.

What it costs

My Hair UK's prices are fixed by graft band: for example, up to 1,500 grafts costs £3,299, up to 2,000 grafts £3,699 and up to 3,000 grafts £4,499, with the full range running from £2,499 for up to 500 grafts to £4,899 for up to 3,500. The price includes the surgeon consultation, the procedure, all post-transplant medication and aftercare, with monthly check-ins and free follow-ups with your surgeon at 6 and 12 months. There are no hidden fees. PRP is available as an optional add-on on surgery day.

What the research says

Research supports this timeline. A review in the Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery describes the factors that affect the growth and survival of hair grafts, and a 2018 review in the same journal explains the complications that can follow a hair transplant, including temporary shedding and folliculitis, and why good aftercare matters.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hair transplant cost for Birmingham patients?

At My Hair UK, prices are fixed from £2,499 for up to 500 grafts to £4,899 for up to 3,500 grafts. The price includes aftercare, consultations and follow-up.

Is it normal to lose hair after the transplant?

Yes. Most transplanted hairs shed in the first few weeks, and growth returns from around month three. This is part of the hair cycle, not a sign of failure.

When will I see results?

Early growth appears around month four. By six months most people see about half the final result, which continues to improve to 12 months or more.

Can I colour or shave my hair?

Ask your surgeon before using any chemical treatment. You can usually trim or cut the transplanted hair from around six months.

Will I need a second procedure?

Some people benefit from a second session for extra density, particularly in advanced cases. Your free follow-ups at 6 and 12 months help guide that decision. Patients who have reviewed My Hair UK give it 4.95 out of 5 on reviews.io.

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