Hair thinning becomes increasingly common with age, especially in women with a strong family history of hair loss. A 68-year-old woman recently visited our dermatology clinic after experiencing gradual, progressive scalp thinning for one year.
She had been taking biotin supplements but had not tried prescription hair loss treatments. With hair loss affecting multiple family members, including both parents and several male relatives, she wanted to explore more effective options.
Diagnosing Female Pattern Hair Loss
After a comprehensive scalp examination using dermoscopy, her findings were most consistent with androgenetic alopecia (female pattern hair loss).
This genetically influenced condition causes progressive hair follicle miniaturization, often resulting in thinning along the crown and widening of the central hair part.
Although biotin supplements are commonly used for hair growth, they have limited evidence of benefit unless a deficiency is present.
Why Choose PRP for Hair Restoration?
Several treatment options were discussed, including:
Topical and oral minoxidil
Finasteride and dutasteride
Nutrafol and Xtresse supplements
Low-level laser therapy
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
Alma TED hair restoration
After reviewing the benefits, risks, and alternatives, the patient elected to proceed with PRP hair restoration, a nonsurgical treatment using concentrated platelets from the patient's own blood.
PRP may help improve hair density in some patients with androgenetic alopecia, although results vary and ongoing maintenance may be necessary.
Her Personalized PRP Treatment Plan
The patient planned to begin PRP after returning from an upcoming trip.
Her recommended treatment schedule included:
Three monthly PRP treatments
A fourth PRP session approximately three months after the initial series
Annual PRP maintenance treatments thereafter
This approach is intended to support existing hair follicles and potentially improve hair density over time. Treatment effectiveness will be assessed during follow-up appointments.
Looking for PRP Hair Restoration in Houston or Katy, TX?
If you are experiencing female pattern hair loss after 60, a dermatologic evaluation can help identify the cause and determine whether PRP or another hair restoration treatment may be appropriate.
At Reena Jogi, MD / Village Dermatology, patients in Houston and Katy, Texas can receive personalized hair loss evaluations and explore nonsurgical options such as PRP, prescription medications, and Alma TED.
Individual results vary. PRP does not guarantee hair regrowth, and treatment recommendations depend on medical history and clinical examination.
