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Hair loss (alopecia)
I am mbbs graduate
I was diagnosed as autoimmune hepatitis(AIH) last yr
Since then i am on immunosuppressants
Prednisolone 5mg od
Azathioprine 50mg bd
Udiliv 300mg
Its kind of steroid dependent AIH
Tried to stop prednisolone but LFT raised
In last 2-3 months my hair density has been significantly reduced in frontal bone area
And also in vertex area
But mehndi in frontal bone area
Rest of the scalp have normal hair density
Diagnosis for my hair loss and its treatment
Is it reversible
Due to immunosuppression I am staying at home and I am also not vaccinated
kindly help
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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send more photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Sites are characteristic of male pattern hairloss.
If it is that, it can be treated with medicines.
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