Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Report and Contemporary Review

    February 2026 in “ Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) ”
    Godvine, Laxmi Shravya, Sarah Fatima, Israa Mohammed Younus*, Choppari Sai Varsha, Chintala Shruthi, Enugala Anvitha, Chunduri Sri Vaishnavi, E Krishna Priya, CH. Soniya, Lasya Snkp Duggirala
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    TLDR PRP therapy effectively improves hair growth in young men with early-to-moderate hair loss.
    Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is highlighted as a promising non-surgical treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA) in a 28-year-old male with Norwood-Hamilton Grade III Vertex AGA. The patient, experiencing early crown thinning and mild frontal recession, underwent a structured PRP protocol with intradermal injections over three months. The treatment resulted in significant improvement in hair density and shaft thickness, enhancing scalp coverage. This case supports existing literature on PRP's efficacy in early-to-moderate AGA and underscores the importance of standardized protocols and patient selection for optimal outcomes. PRP is gaining popularity as a safe, minimally invasive option for young men seeking hair restoration.
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