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Patchy hair fall
Since 1 year I am having patchy hair loss.Earlier my hair growth has always been good
but suddenly I saw hair loss in patches.Now I have around 8-9 patches on the scalp.Small to big patches.2-3 patches got connected and became a very big patch.What is the reason and what is the treatment?
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Don't worry...you are suffering from alopecia areata causing this patchy hair loss.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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It is Alopecia areata. Kindly do online consultation
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Saroja Devi H S
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Gadag
No need to worry it is benign hair loss with Specific treatment 100% results are there. Before that we need complete history and examination. Kindly take up online consultation for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Valsad
It’s alopecia areata kindly consult online for treatment
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Dr. S Deepika
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Chennai
This is alopecia areata.. improves with treatment..consult online
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Dr. Neethu Abraham
Dermatologist
2 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
Alopecia areata..Need a few tests and treatment can be started.Completely it can be recovered. Kindly consult online
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
38 yrs exp
Mumbai
Don't worry. Your condition can be treated. You can consult the doctor online or visit our clinic so that we can check your condition and advice you the treatment accordingly.
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Dr Hitesh Viradiya
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Surat
Seems Alopecia areata, specific treatment available for better outcomes
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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