Alopecia Areata Treatment in Kolkata
Personalized Dermatologist-Led Treatment for Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition that can cause sudden, patchy hair loss on the scalp, beard or other areas of the body. With the right diagnosis and treatment plan, many patients can achieve significant hair regrowth.
At Follicare Dermatology, Dr. Sushil Singh provides personalized evaluation and treatment for different forms of alopecia areata.
What Is Alopecia Areata?
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune form of hair loss in which the body's immune system mistakenly targets hair follicles. It commonly appears as one or more smooth, round or oval patches of hair loss.
It can affect:
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Scalp
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Eyebrows
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Beard
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Eyelashes
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Other body hair
The condition can develop suddenly and its course can vary considerably from one person to another.
Important: Alopecia areata is different from common male or female pattern hair loss, so an accurate diagnosis is important before starting treatment.
What Does Alopecia Areata Look Like?
Common signs of alopecia areata can include clearly defined patches of hair loss and, in some patients, changes affecting the nails.
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Treatment Options for Alopecia Areata
Treatment depends on several factors, including:
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Age
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Extent of hair loss
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Duration of the condition
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Number and location of patches
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Previous treatment
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Whether the condition is progressing
Possible treatment approaches may include:
Intralesional corticosteroids
Small injections may be used directly into affected areas for selected patients with localized alopecia areata.
Topical treatments
Certain topical medications may be considered depending on the patient's age, severity and clinical presentation.
Systemic treatment
For more extensive or severe disease, dermatologists may consider systemic therapies, including newer targeted treatments where appropriate.
Observation
In some limited cases, especially when spontaneous regrowth is possible, careful observation may be appropriate.
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Why Choose Follicare Dermatology?
At Follicare Dermatology, treatment begins with understanding why the hair loss is occurring rather than simply treating the visible hair loss.
Dr. Sushil Singh
Dermatologist | Follicare Dermatology | Kolkata
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