Beyond the Grafts: The Complete Guide to Hair Transplant Complications

Numbness or altered sensation (paresthesia) in the scalp is another relatively common temporary side effect. This occurs because the procedure inevitably involves minor trauma to the small nerves in the scalp. Most patients find that this loss of sensation gradually diminishes over weeks or months as the nerves heal. However, in extremely rare cases, permanent nerve damage can result, potentially leading to chronic pain or persistent altered sensation in the affected areas.