Is PRP a recommend treatment for hair breakage ?

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I am a 52 years old female recently experiencing increased hair breakage at the sides and front the scalp (3 cm from the skin).My hair was always fine in diameter and limp.I am using ammonia free hair colour and I have only roots done.My diet is balanced, I leave a healthy life style ,I am taking Omeprazole and I did have general anaesthesia x2 in the last 2 years( plastic surgery).I have visited specialist hair clinic and vitamin supplements and a course of PPP treatment was recommended for my problem.

Michael Zacharia, MBBS, FRACS, FAAFPS · Answer

PRP contains growth factors that effectively increases hair density and promotes hair growth when used consistently. Yes I recommend using PRP in this situation as part of the treatment regimen. For optimum result, other treatment modalities also need to be considered.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Hair is dead.  PRP will not help with hair "breakage" or split ends. You cannot repair a dead tree branch with fertilizer.  If you have concerns it is best you see your doctor for a better assessment.

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

Assuming that the diagnosis is correct of hair breakage, PRP would NOT be the first line treatment. Hair breakage is caused by many things. Hair coloring and dyeing is a common etiology. I would consider stopping the hair coloring for a few months and see if it has any effect. Other causes are over processing, overcoming, hot combing, hair pulling, wet styling, poor diet, sulfate shampoos, excess sun exposure and some inherited hair conditions. For most people, PRP has the ability to increase the diameter of the hair shaft. This will combat hair breakage. PRP needs to be continued every 4 to6 months to continue to be effective. Hope this helps. Good luck.

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