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Can PRP enhance hair growth if used after 15 days interval? (Photo)

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MariyanoorNov 4, 2016

I am 28 years old and suffering androgenic alopacia. My doctor recommend me to use PRP after 15 days interval as my marriage date is after 3 moths. Will it help me or may cause any abnormalities on my body.

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