I recently did a PRP and they did not inject it into my scalp but instead they spread the serum on scalp and moved the dermaroller over it ? Is this method correct? Shall I ask my doctor to go for injection method if this is incorrect?
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February 6, 2017
Answer: PRP and dermarolling
John Tang, MDPhysician, Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
When you are centrifuging, the hormones will be separated out into a different level than the platelets so when you inject the PRP it contains the growth factors and not the hormones. The hormones will be found in the rbc layer.
In my opinion, platelet rich plasma is effective in patients who suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome. I have seen decrease in hair loss, thickening of hair shafts and regrowth of hair. Find a PRP expert.PRPHAIRMD.COM
In my opinion, the PRP is producing the major effects. I do not believe in adding Acell because there are no formal studies to substantiate its additional effectiveness and it can increase the possibility of side effects. Progesterone treatments are not for everyone with female pattern hair ...