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Alopecia Areta

2017-02-22 16:42:59
I have take 5.6 corticosteroids injection on my scalp and side burns .New hair are growing effectively but,on my scalp which is on my back of head their is no growth in hair,although the smoothness(when you touch the scalpe ,the scalp skin roughness) is reduced ,it feels like normal.what should i do?
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Hi! Hair may take some time to grow back. Continue the applications. Thyroid problem needs to be ruled out.

Answered2017-02-23 06:30:01

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Treatment for Alopecia Areta:-Tugain 5% Gel once at night for one month over bald patches. Etaze cream / Eczemate cream for application. Momate cream alternate daily in the morning for 3 weeks over patches

Answered2017-02-23 11:55:55

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