Would PRP with Acell work on androgeneric alopicia and seborrheic dermatitis?

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I am a 26 year old female I have aga and seborrheic dermatitis. I am thinking about doing prp acell to grow some hair my question is that do I need to wait for dermatitis to clear up or I can do it now? and still get results Would I be waisting money since I have sd itchy scalp. I am using cortisone 2 times a week for my itchy scalp. Thank you for reading.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Androgenic alopecia is genetic and there is usually no definitive cure for this.  Treatments can be aimed to slow the process.  If you are exploring treatment options see a doctor for an examination before considering treatment options.  Seborrheic dermatitis and androgenic alopecia are not related.  However long term use of cortisone (steroid) can cause hair loss.

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In my opinion, you need to be evaluated by a hair specialist. You will need a good history, blood work , an expert examination and possibly a biopsy. In women, it is important to delineate androgenic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis  from the other causes of hair loss. Should you have androgenic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, PRP should be helpful. However, I think it's important to be aggressive in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in women who are having hair loss. I believe that your cortisone drops could be increased  and a antifungal shampoo such as Nizoral  added.  It is believed by some that the seborrheic  dermatitis adds to the hair loss. Micro Needling or micro needle roller,  minoxidil, spironolactone  and low level lasers are also helpful. The PRP should decrease hair loss and thicken the hair. Regrowth is variable. PRP will need to be continued  2 to 3 times per year. Hope this helps. Good luck.

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