Can PRP restore my thin premenopausal hair?

Question

I am 54 years old. After menopause, my thick textured hair became thin and flat. I tired Rogaine because the directions said it could possibly restore previous texture. I stopped Rogaine due to blood pressure dropping when I used. I have taken Visical without benefit.

Jacqueline T. Cheng, MD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question regarding PRP. Yes, PRP can help with your premenopausal hair loss symptoms. PRP can help thicken hair and increase new hair growth in thinning areas. Since the treatment reintroduces plasma from your own blood into your body, the procedure is one of the safest treatments for hair loss. You will receive monthly treatments for the first four months followed by treatments every three to six months. Results usually begin to appear after six months, but some patients see improvements as early as four weeks. Schedule an in-person consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon to learn more about how PRP might help your symptoms. Good luck with your treatments!
- Jacqueline T. Cheng, MD

Ellen A. Mahony, MD · Answer

Great question! PRP is great for thinning hair, and it is a safe treatment that will not cause a decrease in blood pressure. PRP uses growth factors in your own blood to stimulate the scalp to restore hair growth, increase thickness of hair, and improve the strength of hair. Treatment works best in areas of hair that are thinning, compared to areas of complete hair loss. It would be in your best interest to go to an expert injector in your area, so they can get a full history and help you get on the right path to hair loss recovery.In Good Health,Dr. Ellen

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

PRP works and does not have the blood pressure reducing side effects as minoxidil/rogaine. Have a formal consultation with an experienced injector in your area.Good luck. Dr. ALDO

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The research performed and the anecdotal evidence would suggest that thickness of hair and density can improve with PRP injections.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

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 in my opinion, should your hair loss be due to postmenopausal changes, PRP can help. A recent study demonstrated that PRP can thicken the hair 30%. I do believe it's important that you visit a hair loss expert to confirm the diagnosis..PRPHAIRMD.com

Leslie Pickens, MD · Answer

You are a candidate for PRP.  Along with a good hair vitamin and supplements, PRP could help your regrowth.  An added tool would be microneedling.  You may need 2-3 treatments 8 weeks apart.  Best of luck.

David L. Robbins, MD, FACS · Answer

PRP is a great option and does work for women experiencing hair loss due to hormonal changes including pre and post menapause. Most patients should begin to notice results within 4-6 months of initiating treatment. Some patients in our office have noticed a significant decrease inshedding as early as 4 weeks after starting treatments.

Joyce Davis, MD · Answer

PRP is an excellent way to make your hair thicker.  You would need a series of monthly treatments and then follow up treatments periodically.  The procedure lengthens the growth cycle of your hair and will help it grow longer and fuller.

David P. Melamed, MD · Answer

PRP is a safe and effective treatment for thinning hair and excess hair loss.  However it will not be effective for a woman with chronic telogen effulivium (TE).  Chronic TE is diagnosed by your doctor.Patients will typically need a total of 4 PRP treatments (1 per month). Thereafter 2-3 treatments per year for maintenance.I also recommend combining PR treatments with at-home laser hair therapy.

Can PRP restore my thin premenopausal hair?

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