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PRP (platelet-rich plasma)

Applying platelet-rich plasma, separated from a person's own blood, to the skin or scalp. Preparation methods are not standardised, and the evidence for its effectiveness varies by use and is limited in many areas.

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Treatment GuidesPRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma): How Effective Is It for Skin and Hair?What PRP is, how it is prepared, what the evidence says for hair loss and skin, and who should avoid it. A plain, referenced guide for patients.Reviewed by the Medical Aesthetics Expert Board

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