TLDR Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections effectively treat hair loss and thinning in both men and women, with high satisfaction and no major side effects.
The document discusses the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in treating hair loss and thinning. PRP, a high concentration of blood platelets in a small volume of plasma, stimulates hair growth when injected into the scalp. Studies have shown that PRP improves graft survival, increases hair density, and stimulates the growth of transplanted follicular units. It has also been successful in treating alopecia areata. One study involving 30 female patients showed significant improvement in hair density and thickness with PRP treatment. Another study with 23 patients showed higher follicle unit survival rate and density with PRP-enriched grafts. A third study involving 20 patients (18 men and 2 women) showed that 85% reported improved hair quality and thickness, and 65% reported increased hair density. The document concludes that PRP injections are an effective treatment for hair loss in both men and women, with high patient satisfaction and no significant adverse effects.
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