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How Should Alopecia Areata Be Treated?

hello I am Eva from Bangladesh.I am 25 years old.Few days ago i saw small bald patches on my scalp.I also had this problem 4 year ago.but then my hair was grown.but suddenly now i am facing this problem again.I think this baldness is called alopecia areata.please help me..and give me some suggestion.thank you
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Dear Eva,

Alopecia areata or Male pattern baldness usually follows a pattern of receding hairline & is related to genetic makeup and male sex hormones.

Management involves intake of Finasteride preparations (like Finax) which interferes with the production of male hormone linked to baldness.

In addition, you can also use:
1. Minoxidil preparations (like Mintop 10%) applied directly to the scalp helps in hair growth by stimulating the hair follicles.
2. Multivitamin supplements containing Biotin.
These medications have to be used regularly under the guidance of a Dermatologist.

If still there is no relief, I would advise you to go for hair transplant.
Wishing you a Good Health.
Take care.
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How Should Alopecia Areata Be Treated?

Dear Eva, Alopecia areata or Male pattern baldness usually follows a pattern of receding hairline & is related to genetic makeup and male sex hormones. Management involves intake of Finasteride preparations (like Finax) which interferes with the production of male hormone linked to baldness. In addition, you can also use: 1. Minoxidil preparations (like Mintop 10%) applied directly to the scalp helps in hair growth by stimulating the hair follicles. 2. Multivitamin supplements containing Biotin. These medications have to be used regularly under the guidance of a Dermatologist. If still there is no relief, I would advise you to go for hair transplant. Wishing you a Good Health. Take care.