What is PRP for hair loss done with?

The clinician takes a blood sample and processes it in a centrifuge so the platelet-rich plasma can be separated from other blood components. The prepared plasma is then placed through a series of small injections into selected scalp areas. The treatment is intended for particular patterns and causes of hair thinning, so diagnosis comes before choosing it.

PRP does not replace an examination of the scalp. Hair shedding can have several causes, including inflammation, hormonal changes, nutritional problems, or scarring conditions. A clinician may discuss other treatments or tests when the pattern does not fit a suitable PRP plan.

Tell the clinician about recent illness, scalp infection, bleeding conditions, medicines that affect clotting, anaemia, and a history of fainting during blood tests. Bring a list of hair products and treatments you use so the scalp can be assessed clearly.

Small injection marks, tenderness, redness, or swelling can occur for a short time. Keep the scalp clean as instructed, avoid scratching or vigorous rubbing, and follow the clinic’s timing advice for washing, exercise, heat, and topical products.

Ask the clinic for advice if scalp pain, redness, warmth, or swelling is worsening, or if there is discharge. Seek urgent help for breathing difficulty, widespread swelling, severe dizziness, or a sudden neurological or visual symptom after treatment.

Ask what is causing your hair loss, why PRP is being considered, how the plasma will be prepared, which scalp areas will be treated, and how progress will be assessed alongside other options.