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Is it ok to get PRP for Hair Loss if you have higher testosterone levels?

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mryan83Nov 1, 2016

I have had prp done twice. Both times I had a lot of shedding but after a few months my hair grew back thicker and with some wave to it. I had my last treatment done 9 months ago and at the 7 month mark my hair went from thick to a lot thinner. I am wanting to know if you are on steroids for testosterone from your doctor is it bad to get prp for your hair?

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Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD

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Shahin Fazilat, MD, FACS

As long as you are healthy, and have stable lab values, I do not see any contraindication to having PRP done.  Be sure to go through your health history with your injector.  Best of luck!

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Yes, PRP can give you some improvement along with progesterone or transplantation.  I suggest you see a cosmetic dermatologist who specializes in hair loss for a formal consultation. Best, Dr. Emer

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