PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is the application of plasma, taken from your own blood and enriched with platelets, to the scalp. PRP is not a hair transplant method. It is a separate treatment considered as part of hair and scalp care. It is a medical procedure and should take place at an authorised health facility, under the responsibility of authorised health professionals.
The information on this page is general and does not replace a personal assessment.
Suitability differs from person to person. An assessment looks at these together:
A hair transplant moves follicles from a donor area to areas with hair loss. PRP does not transplant follicles. They are different treatments, and which one, or which combination, suits you depends on the person. For general information see the hair transplant page and the hair transplant methods page.
The effect of PRP differs from person to person. Treatment protocols and the results of scientific studies can vary. Results cannot be guaranteed. Talk through your expectations with a health professional before the treatment.
As with any medical procedure, risks and temporary effects can occur. For example:
How often these occur depends on the person and the procedure. Discuss possible risks with a health professional beforehand.
No. PRP does not transplant hair follicles. It is a separate treatment.
No. Suitability depends on the type of hair loss, general health, medication and expectations.
There can be pain or tenderness at the injection site. What you feel varies from person to person.
The number and spacing of sessions depend on the person and the protocol. Talk to a health professional.
No. The effect differs from person to person and results cannot be guaranteed.
At an authorised health facility, under the responsibility of authorised health professionals.
For questions, use the contact page.
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