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How much quantity of PRP is required for hair?

aquibOct 17, 2016

How much PRP must be injected into scalp per sitting? I have seen on internet that doctors inject multiple syringes per visit. I am confused If my doctor injected very little quantity. I have got FUE transplant also.

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