The most common treatment for alopecia areata is with steroid creams, ointments or lotions.You apply a thin layer directly onto your patches of baldness not more than twice a day.You may find the treatment causes itching or hair growth in areas other than where you applied it.
About eight out of 10 people who use corticosteroids for alopecia areata have some regrowth, but about half of these find their hair falls out again when they stop treatment.Other studies have shown a much smaller benefit.Regrowth usually happens within three to six months of starting treatment.If your hair doesn't start to grow back after six months, you will probably be advised to stop using corticosteroids.
Corticosteroids Corticosteroids are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs similar to a hormone called cortisol produced in the body. Because these drugs suppress the immune system if given orally, they are often used in the treatment of various autoimmune diseases, including alopecia areata.
Minoxidil solution shown to promote hair re-growth in some cases. This is the same treatment that is used for the common 'male pattern' baldness. It is not known how it works. The success rate is not high but may be worth a try. In particular, if you have more extensive bald patches that are not suitable for steroid injections, or if you are waiting to see a specialist for steroid injections.
