Anyone know what is Shock Loss?
I have heard about the term Shock Loss. What does it mean and what are the reasons for this to occur.
How low density of grafts help?
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Originally Posted by
John P. Cole, MD
shock loss does not always occur. it is a reaction to surgery that can occur in the recipient area and less commonly in the donor area. The only sure thing is that you will not be happy if you get shock loss. What causes it? Trauma can cause a temporary shedding of terminal hair making you appear thinner. You just have to wait it out. The hair will return. Another option in the recipient area is a sudden loss that is programmed to happen. This will not return. Shock loss begins 2 to 3 weeks after surgery. Loss after a month is progressive hair loss that is programmed. Shock loss is not as common with the addition of regenerative products such as good quality PRP or cytokine-rich plasma, but it can still occur. Limiting the density of grafts can help to eliminate shock loss, but some people seem super sensitive to surgery and still experience shock loss with low-density grafting.
Can low-density grafting really help to avoid shock loss? If it really helps then can you please explain how limiting the density of grafts can prevent shock loss?