Are these miniaturized hairs??? Had PRP and started noticing thin new hairs. (Photo)

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I have hair fall and I started doing prp and it didn’t really stop my hair fall it just made some of my hair strands thicker. after doing prp I started noticing thin new hairs falling this was not the case before the PRP. I went dermatologist and she diagnosed me with telogen effluvium but what about the new thin hairs falling. My new hairs are falling some are thick and some thin. I always had hair fall but not this much. It started falling A LOT 3 months ago and still going

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Prp will not increase hair fall. Prp is effective, but I have a very specific protocol, every 3-4 weeks for 6 months with prp therapy.  I also add in progesterone to speed the healing process.  After that the injections are tailored down.  You should also be on viviscal and other growth promoting ingredients. See an expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In my opinion, the fact that your hair did get thicker from PRP treatments implies it probably was working. The new hair loss needs to be evaluated by your hair loss expert. I would suggest two biopsies and dermoscopy.. One biopsy from the top of your head and one from the posterior scalp. Hair biopsies need to be reviewed by a pathologist with hair experience. The specimens need to be sent for specialized processing. You can then work on a treatment plan with your hair loss expert based upon a firm diagnosis.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

PrP can certainly trigger shedding in some patients. However the key thing to determine here is whether you have any component of androgenetic alopecia. I would need to see your scalp up close to determine that. That would be a common cause of short and long hairs of all different calibers. Your question is a good one - it’s essential to figure out if you have miniaturized hairs. This is best done by looking at the scalp rather than a few shed hairs.

Ryan Welter, MD · Answer

PRP is a great treatment for hair loss, particularly for women.  If you are seeing thicker, fuller hair that is probably an indication of it working!   I generally recommend high density PRP for my patients which tends to have a longer last effect.

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