Alopecia Areata Treatment in Indore

About Alopecia Areata

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease wherein the body's immune system attacks the hair follicles, causing hair to fall out in small, round patches.

Scalp, beard, eyebrows, eyelashes, and body hair can be affected.

Alopecia often resolves itself, but the condition may cycle; it is not contagious and has nothing to do with poor hygiene.

Main Causes of Alopecia Areata

???? Autoimmune reaction: the body attacks its own hair follicles.

Genetic predisposition: family history increases the risk.

⚖️ Stress/emotional trauma: These can trigger or worsen attacks.

???? Other autoimmune diseases include: thyroid disease, vitiligo, lupus, and type 1 diabetes.

Infections, nutritional deficiency, or hormonal disturbances are other less common inducing factors.

Types of Alopecia Areata

Type\tDescription

Alopecia Areata (Patchy) Small, round bald patches (most common)

Alopecia Totalis: Complete scalp hair loss

Alopecia Universalis: Loss of all body hair

Ophiasis: Hair loss in a wave-like pattern around the edges of the scalp

What to Do (Treatment & Prevention)

1. Medical Treatments (prescribed by a dermatologist)

Treatment Type Example Purpose

Topical corticosteroids Hydrocortisone, Clobetasol, reduce immune inflammation at the follicles

Corticosteroid injections, Triamcinolone acetonide Common for small bald patches on the scalp/beard

Topical immunotherapy Diphencyprone (DPCP), SADBE trains the immune system to stop attacking follicles

Minoxidil (Rogaine) 2–5% topical solution Stimulates hair regrowth

Anthralin cream: Short-contact therapy to stimulate follicles

Oral medications (for severe cases): Methotrexate, JAK inhibitors (Tofacitinib, Baricitinib). Suppress immune attack on follicles

???? Note: These are to be used under a dermatologist's supervision. Self-medication can worsen the condition.

2. Home & Supportive Care

Keep scalp clean and free from infection.

Massage the scalp gently to increase blood flow.

Nourish your scalp with natural oils (coconut, castor, rosemary, or black seed oil) 2–3 times a week.

Protect bald areas from sunburn and cold, with hats or scarves.

Eat protein-rich and anti-inflammatory foods since they help in hair growth.

3. Diet & Nutrition

Focus on foods that support immune balance and hair growth.

Protein: eggs, fish, beans, chicken, lentils

Iron: spinach, red meat, legumes

Zinc & Selenium: nuts, seeds, seafood

Biotin & B vitamins: eggs, whole grains, avocados

Omega-3 fatty acids: walnuts, flaxseeds, fatty fish

Vitamin D: sunlight, fortified dairy, supplements (if deficient)

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❌ Processed sugar & fried foods

❌ Alcohol & smoking

X High-stress lifestyle-stress hormones worsen autoimmunity

4. Stress Management

Flares can be brought about by stress.

Try:

• Yoga or meditation

• Regular exercise

• Adequate sleep is 7–8 hrs.

Talking therapy or counseling if emotional stress is high

What Not to Do

❌ Avoid using harsh hair dyes or chemical straighteners.

Avoid tight hairstyles that pull on hair, as that could make breakage worse. ❌ Don't scratch or rub the bald areas, since it irritates follicles. ❌ Avoid self-medicating with steroids without supervision. ❌ Don't be discouraged-the conditions often are treatable, and regrowth can occur.