PRP hair treatment in Dubai — hair loss and thinning
PRP injections for hair thinning and hair loss after a dermatologist's diagnosis at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.
PRP for hair loss in Dubai uses platelet-rich plasma from your own blood injected into the scalp to support thinning follicles. At Manhal Medical Center, PRP is offered after a dermatologist confirms a suitable diagnosis.
Why patients consider PRP for Hair Loss
Patients with early pattern thinning often want to add a procedure to medical treatment.
About this treatment
PRP for the scalp aims to support hair follicles in pattern hair loss. Because hair loss has many causes, diagnosis comes first.
Our dermatology clinic is led by a specialist dermatologist and venereologist with a background in dermatopathology. That means skin concerns are diagnosed first and treated second — whether the goal is medical, confidential or aesthetic.
Problems it can address
Pattern Hair LossThinning crown, receding hairline or widening part: diagnosis and treatment of androgenetic alopecia in Dubai.Who it may suit
- Early male or female pattern thinning
- Patients combining PRP with medical therapy
- Post-stress or post-illness shedding after assessment
Who may not be suitable
- Blood or platelet disorders, or anticoagulants (assessed individually)
- Active scalp infection
- Scarring alopecias where follicles are lost
Treatment options
PRP course
Typically three to four monthly sessions.
PRP with medical therapy
Commonly the most effective combination.
Maintenance PRP
Periodic sessions to sustain response.
Consultation and diagnosis
A dermatology consultation begins with diagnosis: history, skin examination and, where useful, dermoscopy, swabs, blood tests or a biopsy. Treatment is then matched to the diagnosis rather than to the symptom alone.
Pain and anaesthesia
Scalp injections are uncomfortable; numbing and cooling help.
Number of visits
Monthly sessions, then maintenance every few months.
Your treatment, step by step
About 45–60 minutes per session including preparation.
- Scalp examination and blood tests if needed
- PRP preparation
- Scalp injections
- Course of sessions and photo review
Recovery timeline
- Same dayScalp tenderness; no hair washing for 24 hours
- First daysMild swelling that can track to the forehead
- 3–6 monthsAssessment of response with photographs
Aftercare
Avoid washing the hair for 24 hours. Results are assessed over months, not weeks.
Maintenance
- Continue medical treatment
- Maintenance sessions as advised
Common, temporary side effects
- Scalp tenderness
- Mild swelling
Risks and possible complications
- Pain and tenderness
- Temporary headache
- Infection (rare)
- Variable response
This page is general information and does not replace a consultation. Suitability, risks and results vary between patients.
Prepared by the Manhal Medical Center editorial team · Updated: 2026-09-23 · Treating specialist: Dr. Abdullah Anis
Results and how long they last
Response varies; improvements in density are assessed with photos at three to six months.
Your specialist
Dr. Abdullah Anis
Specialist Dermatologist & Venereologist
Medical dermatology, venereology, injectables and filler complications.
Why patients choose Manhal Medical Center
- A specialist dermatologist and venereologist, including training in dermatopathology
- Diagnosis first, then medical or aesthetic treatment as appropriate
- Assessment and management of filler complications, including from other clinics
- Confidential, discreet care for sensitive concerns
- Consultations in English and Arabic
PRP for Hair Loss in Dubai: practical information
PRP is widely marketed in Dubai; diagnosis first ensures you are treating the right type of hair loss.
Travelling to Dubai for treatment?
Patients visiting from abroad can send records before travelling for a preliminary review of what can be done in one trip.
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Questions patients ask
Patients visit us from Al Safa, Al Wasl, Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al Quoz, City Walk, Business Bay, Downtown Dubai and Al Barsha — and from Sharjah and the wider UAE.
Does PRP work for everyone?
Response varies; it tends to work best in early thinning and alongside medical treatment.
How often?
Typically monthly for three to four sessions, then maintenance.
Can PRP replace hair-loss medication?
Usually it works best alongside medical treatment rather than instead of it.
How many PRP sessions for hair?
Usually three to four, a month apart, then maintenance.
Who is not suitable for PRP?
People with some blood disorders, on certain anticoagulants, or with scarring alopecia.
Can PRP replace minoxidil?
Usually it works best alongside medical treatment.
How long does PRP for Hair Loss take?
About 45–60 minutes per session including preparation.
Is PRP for Hair Loss painful?
Scalp injections are uncomfortable; numbing and cooling help.
How many appointments does PRP for Hair Loss need?
Monthly sessions, then maintenance every few months.
Who should not have PRP for Hair Loss?
These situations need assessment first or may make treatment unsuitable: Blood or platelet disorders, or anticoagulants (assessed individually); Active scalp infection; Scarring alopecias where follicles are lost.
What are the risks of PRP for Hair Loss?
Possible risks include: Pain and tenderness; Temporary headache; Infection (rare); Variable response. Your doctor explains how they apply to you.
How long do the results of PRP for Hair Loss last?
Response varies; improvements in density are assessed with photos at three to six months.
What are the alternatives to PRP for Hair Loss?
Depending on your case: Hair Loss Diagnosis & Treatment. Your doctor will compare them with you.
Which doctor performs PRP for Hair Loss at Manhal in Dubai?
PRP for Hair Loss at Manhal Medical Center is provided by Dr. Abdullah Anis (Specialist Dermatologist & Venereologist).
Can I have PRP for Hair Loss while visiting Dubai?
Often yes. Send your records and photos first so the doctor can estimate the number of visits; some treatments need a second trip or local follow-up. See our international patients guide.
Where is Manhal Medical Center?
We are at Building 101, Street 22A, Al Safa 1, Dubai, UAE, between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road, with easy access from Jumeirah, City Walk, Downtown and Business Bay.
How do I book an appointment?
Use the form on this page, call +971 4 328 4560, or WhatsApp +971 52 987 2411. Our team will match you with the right doctor.
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