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Concentrate of your own blood platelets, injected into the scalp
- What exactly is platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and why is it popular for treating hair loss? PRP injects a concentrate of your own blood platelets into the scalp. Small trials show modest density gains, and it is used off-label.
- Can platelet-rich plasma (PRP) help reactivate dormant hair follicles in men and women with thinning hair? PRP is thought to act through platelet growth factors. Small trials show modest gains in hair density, and many people see little change.
- How many PRP (platelet-rich plasma) sessions are used, and when might results show? There is no standard schedule. Trials usually gave about three monthly sessions and measured results after 3 to 6 months.
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