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Steriod injection for alopecia areata
Does steriod injection for alopecia areata reduce allover immunity of our body or its only for affected hair area.
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Not like that...it's a good option.. for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos
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Dr. V.Srikanth Reddy
Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No local steroid injection doesnot affect overall immunity and the action will be on affected area.
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Low dose, intralesion steroid injection is suggested for it. The benefits are good. Consult online
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Dr. Nandhini Palani
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Chennai
Kindly take online consultation
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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Firstly a proper diagnosis has to be made then treatment can be discussed.kindly consult online for further examination
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Dr. Vidhi S Chandibhamar
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Localized immunity is only affected if given Intralesional. Systemic injection affects generalized immunity.
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Dr. Bhagyashree Ankadavar
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Belgaum
I can understand your concern
Get online consultation for proper guidance and treatment
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Dr. Vamshi Krishna
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Only for the affected area. For better diagnosis and treatment options kindly consult online
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Shivanu Mathon
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Ludhiana
Consult online for further treatment
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Dr Hitesh Viradiya
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Surat
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Ch.Suneetha
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Take online consultation
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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