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Will ilk injections help decrease scalp inflammation/hair loss caused by seborrheic dermatitis, thus, possibly restore hair growth? side effects?

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Dr. Stuart Winkler answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Nephrology & Dialysis

ILK: intralesional injection of kenalog (triamcinolone) has been used for a condition called alopacia areata with some success. It might help the lesions improve but probably will not stimulate health growth.

Answered 2/10/2015

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