Hair loss is a common condition in dermatological practice, with the degree varying from the completely normal process of hairs falling out and being replaced by new ones to complete hair loss, known as alopecia. The loss of more than 120 hairs a day is considered pathological. Men are more commonly affected by hair loss, but during menopause, women may experience substantial thinning of the hair. The reasons for alopecia are different, but the main ones include hormonal imbalances, stress, deficit of essential vitamins, etc. The main factors resulting in hair falling out are impaired blood supply, reduced oxygen influx and lack of nutrients essential for healthy hair. Trichology specialists have identified the following types of alopecia: androgenic alopecia (most common), alopecia areata (spot baldness), cicatricial alopecia, diffuse alopecia, etc.

In addition to rejuvenating skin, platelet rich plasma therapy is successfully used to restore hair growth. Plasma therapy is a mini-invasive procedure, where the patient’s own plasma is used. It has a very high concentration of platelets and growth factors. The procedure uses a small amount of the patient’s own blood (about 10 ml). Platelets are extracted in a centrifuge and are then injected at the depth of the hair follicle. It is proven that PRP therapy stimulates cellular processes, as a result of which hair growth improves. What is more, the rate of angiogenesis (the creation of new blood vessels) speeds up, which stimulates microcirculation and revitalisation of hair follicles.