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I have had alopecia barbae for about 6 months now and now have noticed 2 spots on my scalp. i cant afford a dr. whats a over the counter or naturalfix?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Alopecia areata: The usual treatment for this is NOTHING. It usually returns to normal in 1 or 2 years. You can try OTC minoxidil 2% at $4. Apply a drop twice a day. Forget "natural". That has no meaning. Any product promoted as "natural" is not honest.

Answered 4/12/2017

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A member asked:

I have had alopecia barbae for about 6 months now and now have noticed 2 spots on my scalp. i cant afford a dr. whats a over the counter or naturalfix?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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