Is it normal to not be numbed at all before receiving PRP injections in the scalp?

July 15, 2016
Asked By:allie5000 in Memphis, TN

I recently had PRP injections for a small bald area on my scalp. When it was time to inject the PRP into my scalp, I asked about the numbing. I had read on other websites that a numbing cream would be applied before injecting. He said they did not do numbing and that numbing would decrease the effectiveness of the shots. I am not afraid of needles or shots but I have to say that the shots were extremely painful. Is it normal to not be numbed at all?

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Answer: Topical Anesthetic prior to PRP? ENGLEWOOD Cliffs NJ

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