Question 1

my son is getting bald patches and he's only 13, does this have anything to do with his thalassemia?

Accepted Answer

No: I don't know of baldness associated with thalassemia.  Some boys begin male pattern baldness in their teens, but if the bald patches are round, sharply demarcated, and are not inflamed or red or swollen, then it's probably something called alopecia areata.  If the patches are inflamed, raised, crusty, or oozing, then it's probably an infectious problem.  In any case, see your pediatrician.

Question 2

how to cure alopecia?

Accepted Answer

Start medication now: for male pattern baldness. Get evaluated by an MD since some forms of  hair loss are not MPB. However if it is MPB, you will have better results by starting now with minoxidil and dutasteride. Hair loss is progressive, so the longer you wait the harder it is to gain the lost hair back. Try meds first. If they don't stop the loss, you can consider transplant.

Question 3

any way to treat alopecia?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Causes include, but not limited to : vitamin deficiencies, poor diet, thyroid issues, anemia, hormonal imbalances/changes, medications, genetics, tension of hair (pulling back), damage from chemical treatments/dyes, obsessive pulling (trichotillomania) - the solution is find the cause, as each cuase has different treatment. Would talk to your physician and consider labwork.

Question 4

is alopecia always hereditary?

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No: Can be due to hormone imbalance, infection, mechanical damage or immune problems. Thyroid problems are at the top of the list.

Question 5

what causes alopecia in women?

Accepted Answer

Many causes.: Can be autoimmune, hormonal or nutritional. Need to see a dermatologists.

Question 6

can alopecia be cured and how?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Alopecia can be a separate disease but is normally a symptom or an inherited problem and not a seperate disease.  The first step to determine if it can be reversed is to determine the cause.  You will need to see a doctor who deals with your problem to be evaluated.

Question 7

how could female alopecia be cured?

Accepted Answer

Alopecia: I hope this is not the effect of your hairstylist.
The best doctor to see would be a dermatologist!

Question 8

i have alopecia aerta .. what is the cure ?

Accepted Answer

There's no cure: Forgive my frankness. This is the truth. You will need to adapt. I have a physician friend who has it; he's a fitness guy and loves the cleanness and freedom it gives him. Many athletes are fully smooth by choice. If you're a female, it's your choice as to whether to wear a hairpiece or simply choose baldness as a fashion statement. This may not be what you want to hear. But it's the best advice.

Question 9

is hairzone(himalaya) better for alopecia areta?

Accepted Answer

Alopecia areata: There aren't over the counter treatments for alopecia areata that are effective.  You will just waste time trying a minimally effective treatment instead of jumping right on the condition with good treatment. The sooner you treat it the better chance of regrowth. See your dermatologist for effective therapy.

Question 10

what is alopecia totalis?

Accepted Answer

Alopecia totalis: Alopecia areata is a chronic inflammatory disorder causing nonscarring hair loss. In a minority of patients the entire scalp can be affected, which is called alopecia totalis. It is believed to be an autoimmune disorder which may also have a genetic or heritable component.

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Can alopecia be cured and how?

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I have alopecia aerta .. what is the cure ?

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