PLATELET-RICH PLASMA (PRP) HAIR LOSS TREATMENT - DOES IT WORK?
    11/30/2017

    From the encyclopedia
    Platelet-Rich Plasma →

    Concentrate of your own blood platelets, injected into the scalp

    Microneedling →

    Technique that makes tiny punctures in the scalp with fine needles

    At a glance
    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Microneedling (topical)
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some evidence of effectiveness results.

    Other terms

    PRP treatment for hair loss shows some evidence of effectiveness, with HT surgeons using it post-op to promote growth. Microneedling is mentioned as a cheaper alternative.
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