The effect of autologous activated platelet-rich plasma injection on female pattern hair loss: A randomized placebo-controlled study
February 2018
in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”
TLDR PRP injections improve hair density and thickness in women with hair loss.
A 5-year-old study found that autologous activated platelet-rich plasma injection improved hair density and thickness in women with female pattern hair loss. The study involved 30 female participants and was randomized and placebo-controlled. The PRP injections were found to be safe and effective, with no major side effects reported. The treatment can be considered a low-cost and minimally invasive alternative for women who cannot take oral medication for hair loss. However, more research is needed to determine its efficacy and safety compared to existing treatments.
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