I've had PRP for hair loss several times. Shortly after the third treatment, I developed a lump on my scalp near the hairline.

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The lump didn't hurt, but it was quite hard on the scalp. It was not a part of my skin because the skin moved over the lump when I rubbed it. The lump was there for several weeks and then slowly went away. I had another PRP treatment recently and the lump is back in the same place but smaller. Immediately after my last PRP treatment I had a score spot on my forehead, which soon developed into a lump as well. Neither of these hurt. Could these be from PRP? I haven't hurt my head otherwise.

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In my opinion, you should return to your PRP  physician and have him evaluate the lumps .  Most likely, these are  trapped blood  occurring in the injection sites . If they are  not painful or  itchy,  they will usually resolve on their own.  Try to avoid aspirin or Motrin like drugs prior to your treatment.PRPHAIRMD.COM

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

The PRP itself should not cause what you describe however this may be related to injection technique or administration of anaesthesia.It may be a small collection of blood or fluid which should resolve on its own.I suggest following up with the practitioner who administered the treatment.

Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS · Answer

I would follow up with your provider. It is likely inflammation from the injections and will resolve with time.

Keith Denkler, MD · Answer

Most likely the lump is from the trauma of the injections and.  It should resolve over time.PRP is a liquid and should not cause lumps.

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