Hello,
Thank you for sharing your concerns in detail.
From what you've described, you're dealing with chronic allergic rhinitis, including frequent colds, sneezing, and post-nasal drip since childhood- and now also experiencing scalp itching, pimple-like eruptions, and progressive hair fall, particularly at the crown. It’s understandable to feel worried, but let me guide you step by step.
1. Allergic Rhinitis & Psoriasis/Hair Fall: Any Link?:
Chronic allergic rhinitis is often an expression of a hypersensitive immune system, where the body overreacts to common allergens. This altered immune response doesn’t directly cause psoriasis or baldness, but long-term inflammation and immune dysregulation can act as contributing factors.
Psoriasis, on the other hand, is an autoimmune skin condition where skin cells multiply rapidly, causing scaling, itching, and redness. If your scalp has flaking, redness, itching, and small lesions, it could either be seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, or even folliculitis.
Chronic scalp inflammation from any of the above can lead to hair follicle damage and hair fall.
2. About the Medications You're Using:
Protar-K Scalp Solution (coal tar and salicylic acid): This is commonly used in psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis, and it helps reduce scaling and inflammation. Using it on alternate days is reasonable.
Dosetil Lotion (contains corticosteroids): While effective in reducing inflammation, long-term steroid use may thin the skin and cause other side effects. It’s typically advised for short-term use only under supervision.
If pimples and itching persist, it could suggest:
Sensitivity to the current topical treatment,
Presence of a fungal or bacterial component, or
Incomplete management of the root cause.
3. Homeopathic Viewpoint & Treatment Strategy:
Homeopathy treats the person as a whole - not just the skin or nose but both. Based on your history of chronic allergic issues, scalp complaints, and hair fall, a constitutional remedy is needed to:
Balance the immune system,
Address the allergic diathesis,
Stop further hair loss,
Stimulate natural hair regrowth.
4. Will the Hair Grow Back? What’s the Timeline?:
If the hair follicles are not completely damaged (i.e., scarring alopecia), there's a good chance of regrowth.
However:
It takes consistent treatment for 3–6 months to see significant change.
Avoid switching treatments frequently.
Reduce use of harsh chemicals or hot water on the scalp.
5. Supportive Tips:
Steam inhalation for nasal clearance.
Use mild, medicated shampoos — herbal or sulphate-free.
Stay hydrated, reduce dairy and refined
sugar intake (can worsen inflammation).
Include foods rich in zinc, biotin, and omega-3 (nuts, seeds, leafy greens).
Consider a
Vitamin D3 and
B12 test — deficiencies can also worsen hair loss.
Recommendation:
Chronic complaints like yours need deep constitutional management - not just symptomatic relief,so suggestable not to self medicate.
Wishing you a full recovery and healthy hair regrowth!
If any other queries or looking for a treatment plan.I'd be happy to see you on a consult.
~Dr.Likhitha, M.D(Hom.)