What Should Be Done Before Hair Transplant?

What needs to be done before hair transplant is directly related to the success of the operation and patient health. During this period, patients should act in accordance with their doctors' advice and instructions and strictly avoid prohibited activities.

As Transes Hair Transplant, we give our patients detailed information on this subject and explain in detail what they need to do before hair transplant. We also enlighten our patients about what to expect before and after hair transplant surgery.

What Should Be Done Before Hair Transplant?

A hair transplant operation consists of three different parts: before, after and the operation itself. What needs to be done beforehand is important for the operation's success. Things that patients should do and pay attention to before hair transplant are as follows:

1 - How Should Nutrition Be Before Hair Transplant?

A balanced nutrition program should be followed before hair transplantation. Consuming foods rich in protein, vitamins and minerals will increase the procedure's success and accelerate the healing process. It is very important to stay away from fast food during this process. Additionally, alcohol consumption should be stopped at least two weeks before the operation.

2 - Can I Smoke Before Hair Transplant?

It is not recommended to smoke before a hair transplant. Smoking slows blood flow, prolonging the healing time and posing the risk of insufficient blood flow to the transplanted grafts. Grafts with low blood flow are unlikely to stick in place and produce hair. It is recommended that patients stop or reduce smoking at least two weeks before the operation.

3 - What are the Tests Performed Before the Hair Transplantation?

The tests performed before hair transplant are as follows:

• Blood tests
• HIV and hepatitis tests
• Additional tests depending on the patient's condition

All of the tests here are extremely important; the results show whether the patient is suitable for hair transplantation. If patients are taken directly for hair transplantation without these tests, the procedure may fail and patients may experience very serious health problems.

4 - Is It Necessary to Have a Blood Test Before the Hair Transplant?

Before hair transplant, different blood tests are performed on patients. The table below can be examined for the reasons why these tests are performed:

Test Type	Aim
Hemogram	The patient's general health status indicates current infections and health problems.
Biochemistry	It shows the substances and their levels in the blood. Thus, it enables the identification of imbalances (if any) in these substances' levels and their causes.
Coagulation Tests	It is done to find out the blood clotting level. Thanks to this test, it is understood whether patients will experience excessive bleeding.

5 - Is Sexual Intercourse Prohibited Before the Hair Transplantation?

Sexual intercourse is not prohibited before hair transplant. No restrictions were placed on patients at this point. However, it should not be forgotten that each patient's condition may differ and action should be taken according to the doctor's instructions.