Role of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Treatment of Non-Scarring Alopecia

December 2020 in “ RUHS Journal of Health Science ”

Monica Jain, Arun Singh, Rupa Kapadia, Dhirendra K Mahawar, Shivankan Kakkar, Jaya Dadhich

platelet-rich plasma non-scarring alopecia androgenetic alopecia alopecia areata androgen hormone autoimmune disorders growth factors hair follicle activity PRP AGA AA

TLDR PRP can help hair growth in some types of hair loss.

The document discussed the role of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in treating non-scarring alopecia, which included conditions like androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and alopecia areata (AA). AGA was noted as the most common type of alopecia, linked to androgen hormone issues, while AA was primarily caused by autoimmune disorders. The document highlighted that PRP, a concentration of platelets in plasma, was used as a treatment option due to its potential to promote hair growth and improve hair density. The effectiveness of PRP in treating these conditions was supported by its ability to release growth factors that stimulate hair follicle activity. However, the document did not specify the number of participants involved in studies or trials, which would have strengthened the evidence for PRP's efficacy.

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