PRP.... (Platelet rich plasma ) - a concentrated source of blood plasma and autologous conditioned plasma, PRP contains several different growth factors and other cytokines that can stimulate healing of soft tissue, joints, skin rejuvenation and hair growth. For preparation of PRP, a patient’s own blood is spun down in a centrifuge , concentrating platelets 3–5 times, then injected into scalp where nourishment and rejuvenation is desired. Besides in dermatology, PRP has been utilized for various tissue rejuvenation including bone and cartilage. . I’m using it to try to prevent hairloss post COVID. Telogen effluvium occurs 3-4 months after a traumatic event, emotionally or physically. No, I really wasn’t that sick, no fever, just a cold, but I have seen a lot of Covid hairloss! It was time for my yearly PRP touchup anyway! . See AAD.org for answers to many of your hair questions. There are many causes of hair loss including vitamin deficiency, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune abnormalities, age, stress and more. . See your board certified dermatologist for an evaluation to see if there are other underlying conditions that need to be addressed before throwing your money away with ineffectual or inappropriate treatment for your individual case. The work up is generally covered by insurance. . What are your PRP questions ? #hair #alopecia #hairloss #alopeciatreatment #balding #thinninghair #beautyshop #hairserum #derm #skindoc #dermatology #haircare #hairgrowth #hairgrowthserum #hairlossawarenessmonth #frizz #splitends #hairlosstreatment #thinninghairhelp #hairlosssuppliment #liquidgold