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Suspected alopecia areta
Hello doctor, i suffered from very severe hairfall some 6 months back. Nw it has come down . But to my nightmare, i recently discovered a bald patch at my back right above the neck. My dermatologist, whom i trust says :it might b alopecia areta. Right now, i m on some vitamin supplements and also prescribed minoxidil 5% by my doctor. I was wondering ,if alopecia areta can b cured through ayurveda. Please suggest
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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 photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Many treatment options are available for alopecia areata.
Please take a proper consultation with a dermatologist for customised treatment options
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Dr. Pooja Mandalia
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Rajkot
Hello. Alopecia areata is autoimmune disease. A single patch is not to worry. You can get rid off with medications and local injections, in a span of few weeks. Ayurveda is a completely different field, we are allopathic practitioners. But still i may say Ayurveda has something to offer to improve immunity but how drastic are the results we dont know. Meantime we dont even want alopecia areata to start spreading, so you can initiate with allopathy first atleast to get rid of this patch first.
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Dr. Vaishali Kanthi
Dermatologist
26 yrs exp
Mumbai
It can be cured with intralesional medicine.
You can have complete recovery.
Please talk to your dermatologist.
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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. You will need injections for alopecia areata. Minoxidil and vitamin tablets are fine, continue with it
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