7 Key Questions to Ask at Your Exosome Hair Therapy Consultation

Exo… what? Is that how you felt the first time you heard the term exosomes? Your reaction is understandable. Exosome therapy is a relatively new and revolutionary tool that promotes skin rejuvenation, hair regrowth, and cellular repair. Many hair transplant clinics now offer exosome therapy. Is exosome hair treatment right for you? Only you and your provider can decide that. But here are seven essential questions to ask your hair restoration specialist.

1. What are Exosomes?

Exosomes are messengers between our cells carrying signals that direct cellular repair and growth. They are typically harvested from the stem cells of healthy donors and have inherent regenerative qualities. Harvested exosomes are purified and then applied to designated treatment areas to encourage healing and growth.

2. How Do Exosomes Impact Hair Regrowth?

Exosomes have shown exciting promise in hair regrowth particularly when hair is just beginning to thin or in early stage baldness. They communicate with follicles that are weakened or damaged, nudging them to enter the growth phase and produce new hair. Exosome therapy has also been shown to make hair appear fuller by improving the thickness and density of the hair you already have. Finally, exosome therapy offers a minimally invasive, nonsurgical option for hair restoration which is appealing for people who want to avoid traditional hair transplant surgery.

3. Does Exosome Therapy Hurt?

Pain is a concern for many people exploring hair restoration options; exosomes offer reassuring news on this front. Exosomes offer the benefit of hair growth with a minimally invasive nonsurgical procedure. Most patients experience little to no pain during treatment.

The exosomes are injected into the scalp where they will benign to stimulate follicles. The injections into the scalp may cause some mild, temporary discomfort, as would any injection. However, patients can generally manage it with over the counter medication. Should you feel any lingering discomfort during or after your exosome therapy your clinic can offer pain management support.

Occasionally swelling or soreness occurs after exosome hair therapy, but it typically passes within a few days. Your clinic will provide aftercare instructions to help you recover in comfort.

4. What are the Risks and Side Effects of Exosome Hair Therapy?

No medical procedure is without risks and side effects, though exosome therapy is considered minimally invasive and very safe. Be sure to ask about all potential risks and side effects before beginning treatment. Your clinic should discuss the safety protocols they have in place and how they handle potential side effects.

• The most common side effect of exosome hair therapy is soreness, redness or tenderness at the injection site. For most patients, this tenderness resolves in a few days.
• Since the exosomes are injected into the scalp there is always a low risk of infection. Strict sterilization protocols during the procedure minimize this risk.
• Like most medical treatments, there is a relatively rare risk of allergic reaction. Some people may develop an allergic reaction to the exosomes or the material used in their preparation. Your hair restoration clinic should be able to tell you how they minimize the risk of an allergic reaction and respond if it occurs.

5. Am I a Good Candidate for Exosome Hair Treatment?

Before proceeding with exosome hair treatment it is important to ensure that you are a good candidate. Your hair restoration clinic can best evaluate your health, condition, and hair restoration goals to determine if exosome hair restoration is a good option for you.

Since exosome hair therapy utilizes your body’s natural ability to heal, candidates should be in generally good health. Individuals with autoimmune conditions may not be prime candidates. There is no firm age limit for exosome hair therapy. Younger patients with early hair thinning may see more significant results, but people with advanced hair loss may still benefit.

6. How Many Exosome Hair Treatments Will I Need?

The number of treatments you will need for a successful result will be unique to you. It will depend on your underlying health, response to exosome therapy, and hair restoration goals. The hair restoration professionals at your clinic will create a personalized treatment plan and timeline including the number of sessions recommended to achieve your desired results. Typically for exosome hair therapy to achieve the best results the treatment plan includes more frequent initial sessions at two week intervals followed by maintenance sessions every four to six months.

7. What is Exomide and Do I Need It?

Exomide is an innovative treatment in regenerative medicine designed to improve the effectiveness of exosome therapy. Exomide prepares the treatment area and boosts the body’s ability to accept and use exosomes, maximizing the impact of treatment and leading to faster and more noticeable results. Some hair restoration clinics offer a combination plan utilizing Exomide and exosome therapy for hair restoration. Ask your hair treatment clinic whether they recommend a combination approach to increase the success of your exosome hair therapy.

Moving Forward with Exosome Hair Treatment

Exosome hair treatment offers an exciting step forward in noninvasive hair restoration drawing on your body’s natural ability to heal itself. Only a hair restoration professional familiar with exosome therapy can tell you if it is right for you. Exosome therapy is most effective when hair thinning but not yet gone, so don’t delay. Schedule a consultation to ask the questions above and more, exosome therapy may provide the answer you are seeking.

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Exosome therapy is an innovative treatment for skin rejuvenation, hair regrowth, and cellular repair, now available at many hair transplant clinics. To find out if it’s right for you, consult your provider and explore this infographic featuring seven key questions to ask your hair restoration specialist.