Shock Loss

Here’s 2 related shock loss questions…

I have been on propecia for 12 months. I had a transplant at the frontal hairline 2 months ago. Since the transplant I have noticed thinning in behind the grafts and complete baldness at the graft area. My doctor tells he this is shock loss but the hair will re grow due to the fact I am on propecia. Is this true? Also, how long can shock loss occure after surgery?

Is it possible that native hair (in the recipient region) can go into shockloss well after the HT procedure, say 6 months or a year?

As a general rule, shock loss with a man on Propecia has a high possibility of reversal. Shock loss usually occurs in the first 3-4 months after a transplant and reverses in 5-7 months. Hair loss after that time may be from other causes, including acceleration of the genetic process. Time will tell you what your fate is. I would need to see your progress over time if you want more opinions from me. Take good pictures and keep a good library of your progress.