Does the PRP Acell injections work for MPB, is there any possible side effect from the treatment? (Photo)

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Id like to know on the effectivity of the treatment, any possible side effects.

Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD · Answer

There are little to no side effects from PRP hair injections as you are using your own platelets.  The injection utilizes small needles so the risk of bruising is minimal.  We have patients resume regular activities immediately post treatment.I do not see the added value to ACell and there are no published clinical studies showing that ACell will enhance the PRP hair results.  I can't justify the significant added cost.

Matthew Richardson, MD · Answer

I don't use Acell, so I can't speak to its effectiveness. PRP is showing more and more promise with new research studies being released showing that it is effective for a variety of hair loss applications, including male-pattern baldness. Due to these studies and my own experience with my patients, I do believe that PRP works for hair loss. It is not a substitute for a hair transplant, but can be a nice bridge to a transplant, a supplement in a post-hair transplant patient, or a non-surgical option for patients who are not interested in a transplant.
Side effects include bruising and swelling primarily. Infection is a potential risk, but not something I've seen. Discomfort or a mild headache are also a possibility. All of these side effects are usually very mild.
All the best,

Gregory S. Keller, MD, FACS · Answer

My fellow (I am co-director for an AAFPRS affiliated University fellowship program) reviewed the American literature (available on pubmed, and any other literature we could find) on this topic.  If only one injection was performed, the results were random.  If two injections were performed, about 50% of people (male and female) responded.  If three injections were performed about 80% of people responded.  Whether or not subsequent injections need be performed to maintain results could not be determined.  I suppose that further data will need to be obtained, but that is what is available so far.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

PRP or Acell may be offered for genetic androgenic alopecia or male pattern balding.  You need to see a doctor to understand if it may be effective in your case.

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

IN my opinion, most of the side effects  of PRP come from the injections and not the PRP. Although I don't use A Cell, I have seen some prolonged tenderness @2 to 5 days. I have also seen localized bruising And muscle cramps. The benefits of PRP outweigh the side effects.Good luck!

Does the PRP Acell injections work for MPB, is there any possible side effect from the treatment? (Photo)

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Answer: PRP or Acell may be offered for genetic androgenic alopecia or male pattern balding. You need to see a doctor to understand

Answer: PRP or Acell may be offered for genetic androgenic alopecia or male pattern balding. You need to see a doctor to understand

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Does the PRP Acell injections work for MPB, is there any possible side effect from the treatment? (Photo)

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Answer: PRP or Acell may be offered for genetic androgenic alopecia or male pattern balding. You need to see a doctor to understand

Answer: PRP or Acell may be offered for genetic androgenic alopecia or male pattern balding. You need to see a doctor to understand

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