Can PRP help to restore hair on after chemo patient?

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I had chemo due to breast cancer abt 4 yrs ago, my hair grows back normally for abt 6-12 months, but after that I have severe hair loss time to time until now, my hair mostly thinning on top part, I'm 41 yrs old and thinking to take this prp treatment, does it can help in my case?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you do nothing your hair will grow back after chemo.  There is no studies that indicate that PRP will help or accelerate the process.

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

I have had experience with PRP in treating women who have  recently had chemotherapy and are  regrowing their lost hair. I believe, and it's very difficult to quantify, we were able to get the hair to regrow faster and thicker. I have not treated women who are four years out from chemotherapy. Theoretically PRP should thicken the hair approximately 40 to 60%. There is a botanical product from Legacy pharmaceuticals in Switzerland that is especially designed for women who have had chemotherapy and are several years out. I have not seen this medication sold in the US. I know that they are making some samples available for compassionate use.Hope this helps. Good luck.

John Kahen, MD · Answer

PRP is a great option for restoring hair, especially for patients who have lost hair due to chemotherapy. In most cases it will promote hair growth and density exponentially. I would definitely advise looking into receiving PRP injections!See the link for more details.

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