Richard Troy

Medical Blogger committed to accuracy, I am passionate about delivering my readers critical insights into the medical field. Former paramedic, instructor and medical school student. You can read more about me in the dedicated section of the website.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss

September 3, 2022 / By Richard Troy / Aesthetic Medicine, Cosmetic Dermatoloy, Hair, Plastic Surgery

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is an increasingly popular treatment in the field of regenerative medicine including as treatment for hair loss. What is PRP? Platelet rich plasma is a product of our own blood which exploits our innate ability to regenerate tissues when we are injured. To prepare PRP, a small volume of blood is taken […]

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What is exactly Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)?

September 1, 2022 / By Richard Troy / Aesthetic Medicine, Cosmetic Dermatoloy

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is a biomaterial derived from our own blood that is rich in platelets and in other bioactive molecules. It was first mentioned in medical literature in the 1950s and its therapeutic potential was discovered in the 1960s. Platelets are tiny cells found in blood which are involved in clotting. A normal platelet

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