How bad is it that I drank 2 shots and a beer a day after Scalp PRP?

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Drinking alcohol a day after scalp PRP

Anna Petropoulos, MD, FRCS · Answer

Hello MarkoPol, thank you for this question!

Drinking alcohol the day after a scalp PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment isn't ideal, but it's not necessarily catastrophic. The main concerns with alcohol consumption after PRP treatment include:

Increased Bleeding Risk: Alcohol can thin your blood and potentially increase bleeding or bruising at the injection sites.

Healing Interference: Alcohol can impair your body's ability to heal and might affect the effectiveness of the PRP treatment.

Dehydration: Alcohol can dehydrate you, which might affect your scalp's recovery process.

While a small amount of alcohol occasionally might not cause significant issues, it's generally recommended to avoid it for at least 24-48 hours after the procedure to optimize healing. If you have any concerns or notice unusual symptoms, be sure to reach out to your provider.

I hope this helps! Best, Genie Alexander, RN BSN for Dr. Anna Petropoulos, MD FRCS at Center for Classic Beauty, Danvers & Boston, MA.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This shouldn't negatively impact your results. In our practice, we combine prp with progesterone to improve outcomes. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

Drinking alcohol in a moderate amount after PRP injection should not affect the results. It may cause a slight retention of water which could give you some increased swelling.PRPHAIRMD.COM

Jacquelline Leva, DO · Answer

There's no written study that shows drinking alcohol will make the results of prp worse. So no issues there

Benjamin C. Paul, MD · Answer

From my understanding of the literature, there is no evidence that drinking alcohol in the amount you describe will negatively impact your result. Cheers.

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