Dermatology Care · Mumbai
PRP Hair Treatment Side Effects & Safety: Dermatologist Explains
<p>PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) hair therapy uses your own centrifuged blood plasma to stimulate dormant follicles. At <strong>Cozmaa Clinic</strong>, sessions are planned and supervised by <strong>Dr. Prajct Sao</strong> across our Borivali, Lower Parel and Santacruz branches.</p>
Common Side Effects You Can Expect
- Pinpoint bleeding: Tiny dots at injection sites that settle within minutes.
- Scalp tenderness: Mild soreness for 1-2 days.
- Redness and warmth: Flushing across the scalp lasting a few hours.
- Swelling of the forehead: Gravity-related puffiness that self-resolves.
- Mild headache: Usually responds to paracetamol.
- Itching or tightness: As micro-injuries heal.
Rare Risks to Be Aware Of
- Infection at injection sites: Pustules or spreading redness.
- Folliculitis flare.
- Bruising: More likely in patients on blood thinners.
- Vasovagal episode: Light-headedness during the procedure.
- Temporary shedding: A brief telogen effluvium 2-4 weeks post-PRP.
- Scar tissue: Extremely rare.
Red-Flag Symptoms
- Spreading redness with pus.
- Fever above 100.4 F.
- Severe, worsening headache.
- Facial swelling beyond day 3.
- Numbness lasting more than 48 hours.
- Hives or breathlessness: Treat as an emergency.
How Cozmaa Reduces Your Risk
- Dermatologist-led: Every session under Dr. Prajct Sao.
- Single-use, sterile kits.
- Pre-procedure screening.
- Calibrated platelet concentration.
- Topical anaesthesia and slow injection.
- Aseptic field.
- Documented follow-up.
Pre & Post Care
Do
- Hydrate well.
- Eat before: Reduces light-headedness.
- Wash hair: Clean, product-free scalp.
- Disclose medications.
- Use mild shampoo from 24 hours post-session.
Don't
- No alcohol: For 48 hours.
- No NSAIDs: Avoid ibuprofen for 3 days.
- Skip the gym: No heavy workouts for 48 hours.
- No hair colour: For at least 72 hours.
- Don't scratch.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is PRP painful?
Topical numbing keeps discomfort mild; most patients rate it 3-4/10.
Can PRP cause hair loss?
A short shedding phase at 2-4 weeks is normal and reverses with regrowth.
How many sessions are safe?
Typically 4-6 monthly sessions, then maintenance.
Are results immediate?
No. Visible change usually appears after 3-4 sessions.
Is downtime needed?
Most patients return to work the same day.
Ready to take the next step?
Book a consultation with Dr. Prajct Sao at the Cozmaa branch most convenient for you.