I just went through PRP session which the nurse injected me hundreds of time with microneedle gun to deliver plasma. The depth of needle was 2 mm. This procedure did cause bleeding as the needle was poking through. Will this damage my follicles??? Really concerned.
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April 17, 2021
Answer: PRP with gun injector? Englewood Cliffs New Jersey
In my opinion, the fact that your hair did get thicker from PRP treatments implies it probably was working. The new hair loss needs to be evaluated by your hair loss expert. I would suggest two biopsies and dermoscopy.. One biopsy from the top of your head and one from the posterior...
In my opinion, there could be a number of reasons why you haven't noticed any change. Firstly, if your hair loss has been greater than three to five years in the crown, You may not get regrowth. Secondly, you need to wait a minimum of four to six months to see growth changes....
I am not aware of any data to show that PRP results are affected by fluctuations in hormone levels or the menstrual cycle. Hormones can have an effect on the hair in general as we know, but these are long-term fluctuations rather than daily changes. PRP can be effective in the right patient. Be ...