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Does Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy For Hair Loss Involve Surgery?

Q: How is platelet rich plasma therapy for hair loss performed? Does it involve surgery?

A: Platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss is performed during a simple office visit, takes about 30-45 minutes, and does NOT involve surgery.

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Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. Updated 2016-05-06

Are There Any Side Effects or Safety Concerns in Using PRP to Treat Hair Loss?

Q: I’ve heard about using platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy to treat hair loss. Are there any potential serious side effects that I should be aware of?

A: PRP is a therapy that has been used since 1987 to help promote the healing of hard tissue (bone, joints) and soft tissue (skin). To date, there have been no reported major side effects.

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Posted by Robert M. Bernstein M.D. Updated 2017-10-17

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Does Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy For Hair Loss Involve Surgery?

Are There Any Side Effects or Safety Concerns in Using PRP to Treat Hair Loss?

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