Usefulness of PRP Therapy in Androgenic Alopecia

June 2021 in “ European journal of medical and health sciences ”

Zahed Parvez, Samina Akter, Afia Tahsin Shobnom

platelet-rich plasma androgenic alopecia terminal hair mass hair texture anagen/telogen hair ratio keratinocyte proliferation blood vessel density PRP

TLDR PRP therapy is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss.

The study evaluated the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy in treating androgenic alopecia, a common form of non-cicatricial hair loss in both men and women. Over 300 patients received PRP injections, and the results showed significant improvements in terminal hair mass, hair texture, anagen/telogen hair ratio, keratinocyte proliferation, and blood vessel density. More than 85% of the patients experienced very positive outcomes, indicating that PRP is a safe, well-tolerated, and effective treatment for androgenic alopecia.

View this study on ej-med.org →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Research cited in this study

5 / 5 results

research Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection Is Effective and Safe for the Treatment of Alopecia

45 citations , March 2013 in “European Journal of Plastic Surgery”

Injecting platelet-rich plasma is a safe and effective way to treat hair loss.

research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update

88 citations , January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.

research Medical Management of Male Pattern Hair Loss

19 citations , August 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Minoxidil and finasteride can slow or halt hair loss, but may have side effects.

Effects of Epidermal Growth Factor, Fibroblast Growth Factor, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone on Growth Kinetics in Human Hair Bulb Papilla Cells and Root Sheath Fibroblasts Cultured In Vitro

research Effects of Epidermal Growth Factor, Fibroblast Growth Factor, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone on Growth Kinetics in Human Hair Bulb Papilla Cells and Root Sheath Fibroblasts Cultured In Vitro

58 citations , January 1987 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

EGF and FGF boost hair cell growth, hydrocortisone slows it, and minoxidil doesn't affect it.

research Topical Minoxidil in Early Male Pattern Baldness

138 citations , August 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Minoxidil promotes hair growth in male pattern baldness.

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 103 results

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Most Recent Interesting Hairloss Studies: 10% Minox vs 5% Minox / Radio Rrequency Treatment for AA / Topical Ketoconazole / PRP+Minox vs Minox vs PRP / Alopecia as a systemic disease

in Treatment 90 upvotes 5 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.

community 30-Min Dermatology Visit – Best Questions to Ask About Balding? ( 175$ )

in Treatment 6 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and other options like PRP and ketoconazole. It highlights the importance of asking specific questions during a dermatology visit to determine the cause of hair loss and appropriate treatments.

community Is there any home remedy or alternative to Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss?

in Treatment 3 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses alternatives to Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating androgenic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 5 years ago

Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.

community Platelet rich plasma treatment

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.

Related Research

4 / 4 results

research Effects of Hair Tonic and Food Including Korean Medicinal Herbs on Hair Growth in an Alopecia Model of C57BL/6 Mice

2 citations , January 2011 in “The Korea Journal of Herbology”

Korean medicinal herbs in hair tonic and food increased hair growth in mice.

research A Case of Hair Loss Induced by Carbamazepine

2 citations , June 2004 in “PubMed”

Carbamazepine caused hair loss in a man, which stopped after he stopped taking the drug.

research Androgenetic Alopecia in Adolescents

12 citations , February 2003 in “PubMed”

research Common Hair Disorders

2 citations , May 1974 in “PubMed”

The article described symptoms and treatments for four common hair problems but didn't give detailed information.