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Does Steroids Or Minoxidil Cause Side Effect In Alopecia Areata?

side effects of minoxidil

Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease that results in hair loss on the scalp and any other parts of the body. It usually starts with one or more small, round, non - scarring smooth patch. It occurs in males and females of all ages but most often the onset can be seen in childhood. It's not yet perfectly understood what causes alopecia areata.

How is alopecia areata treated by conventional doctors?

Conventional Doctors have two options when it comes to the treatment of alopecia areata. The first is to reduce the immune response of the body causing the hair loss. For this, your doctor will prescribe immunosuppressant in the form of corticosteroids. Patient may need to take it orally or in the form of injections. The second form of treating alopecia areata is through medication that promotes hair growth. The goal is to increase the rate of growth more than the rate of hair fall. Minoxidil is a popular drug that prevents the formation of new bald patches on your head. However, both these forms of treatment are not advisable and can lead to serious side effects when used in the long-term.

Side effects of corticosteroids-

Here is a look at some of the dangers that corticosteroids pose to your health if you use them as a form of treating alopecia areata.

  1. Osteoporosis

  2. Diabetes

  3. Hypertension

  4. Obesity

  5. Glaucoma and cataracts

  6. Weakened immune system, leading to greater cases of infections

  7. Muscle weakness

  8. Easy bruising and thinning of the skin

Side effects of minoxidil-

Even though side effects from minoxidil are not as severe as those you suffer from corticosteroids, they are still problematic for your overall well-being. Common side effects from the drug include

  1. Drowsiness

  2. Dizziness

  3. Nausea

  4. Pain and tenderness in the breasts

  5. Vomiting

Naturopathy treatment for alopecia areata

With a vision to serve global patients with 100% pure natural treatment, Alopecia Treatment Centre was established in 1990 by Dr. Rohit Shah. The center has successfully treated worldwide alopecia patients which have proved that natural treatments are highly effective, harmless and 100% safe for alopecia areata. Dr Rohit’s treatment does not contain any oral medications but it involves various natural oils and natural paste. Till 2022, Dr. Rohit Shah has started 37 support centres which include USA, UK, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, South Africa, UAE and Malta.


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