Are you experiencing thinning hair and don’t know why? It is normal for everyone to shed 100-150 hairs each day, but excessive hair loss can be cause for concern for both men and women. There are many reasons why one would have hair loss and they differ in both men and women. Hair growth is cyclical with periods of growth and rest for each individual. Generally the growth period lasts approximately 2-3 years. After the growth phase starts receding, the resting phase starts and continues for approximately 4 months. At the end of the resting phase, hair strands fall out and new ones begin to grow in their place starting the cycle again.
There are many reasons why the hair cycle can be disrupted. Understanding the type of hair loss is crucial to identifying the root cause.
Hair loss can be caused by the following:
- Genetics
- Hormone imbalance
- Over-processing hair
- Peri-menopausal and Menopausal changes
- Thyroid disease
- Lupis
- Diabetes
- Certain medications
- Lifestyle Factors
- Stress
- Anemia
- Inadequate amounts of protein, iron or Vitamin B12
- Chemotherapy or radiation for cancer treatment
Platelet Rich Plasma has been used for different medical applications for the last 30 years. The benefits of PRP and the regeneration of tissue is widely known and accepted in the medical literature. The use of PRP is a promising revolutionary new treatment for hair loss with the potential to stimulate the growth of new hair follicles. To see if you are an ideal candidate for PRP hair restoration schedule your consult today. Results are not guaranteed. Individual results may vary.
Combined with your PRP® treatment we recommend using Nutrafol, a multi-targeting nutraceutical containing standardized ingredients that address key triggers of poor hair health including stress, DHT, free radicals, micro-inflammation, compromised nutrition, and hormone changes associated with menopause.