While hair transplantation procedures such as FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) are considered relatively safe, as with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks and side effects. These may include:
1. *Infection and bleeding*: Like any surgical procedures, there is a risk of infection and bleeding. However, these complications are rare and precautions are taken to prevent them.
2. *Scarring*: Although newer techniques are designed to minimize visible scarring, in some cases, small scars may still be visible, especially with the FUT method.
3. *Unnatural-looking tufts of hair*: If the procedure is not done correctly, the newly transplanted hair may appear unnatural.
4. *Folliculitis*: This is an inflammation or infection of the hair follicles, which can cause temporary redness and swelling.
5. *Shock loss*: This is the sudden loss of transplanted hair, which is usually temporary.
6. *Failure of grafts*: In some cases, the transplanted hair may not 'take', or grow in its new location.
It's also worth noting that hair transplantation doesn't alter hormonal levels and is considered a level 1B procedure. However, it's not quite accurate to compare it to "outpatient walk-in treatment", as it is a surgical procedure that requires local anesthesia and recovery time. At Pure Line Clinic , we take all necessary precautions and measures to ensure the safety and satisfaction of our patients. We encourage a consultation with our specialists to discuss these risks and any concerns you may have.