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Suffering from Alopecia areata
I am looking for a dermatologist who can help me to get the alopecia areata cured, it's a 1 inch patch on my head which stopped my hair growth, I was updated that there is an injection required and given in the skin of the affected area so that I can get my hair growth
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Hello,Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease in which white blood cell attack the cells of hair follicles,causing them to shrink and dramatically slow down the hair production.It is unknown precisely what cause the body's immune system to target hair follicles in this way.
Yes there are enzymatic injection which will help you to regrow your hair and you will start noticing hair growth from 2nd sitting.you may need 3-6session in the interval of 21-25 days.
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you should consult cosmetologist or dermatologist to know more about the treatment and if you are an ideal patient for this treatment or not.
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