A Comparative Clinical Study of Intralesional Platelet-Rich Plasma and Intralesional Corticosteroid in Managing Alopecia Areata: Efficacy and Patient Acceptability

    August 2025 in “ International Journal of Scientific Research ”
    Prabhat Kumar, Varsha Rani, Samiksha Nayak
    TLDR PRP is a promising alternative for alopecia areata due to its safety and patient satisfaction.
    This study compared the efficacy and patient acceptability of intralesional platelet-rich plasma (PRP) versus intralesional corticosteroids (ILCs) in managing alopecia areata in 30 patients. Both treatments significantly improved hair regrowth, with PRP showing a slower initial response but comparable results at 12 weeks. PRP had higher patient satisfaction despite injection discomfort, while ILCs offered faster regrowth but more side effects like skin atrophy. Both treatments were effective, but PRP's favorable safety profile and patient satisfaction suggest it as a promising alternative for long-term management or for those at risk of steroid-related side effects.
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