Identifying Methods to Treat Hair Disorders
Minoxidil liquid or foam is often used for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia. Men can opt to use finasteride tablets. Women, on the other hand, can consider the use of pills that block the action of dihydrotestosterone (hormone with powerful androgenic properties). For example, pills such as spironolactone or cyproterone acetate.
It is also important to stay protected from sun exposure. This can be achieved through the use of wigs and hats, or the application of sunscreen creams. Alternatively, there are surgical options which include scalp reduction or hair transplant procedures. For example, follicular unit transplant (FUT) or follicular unit extraction (FUE). Other methods of treatment include low level laser light treatment or platelet rich plasma (PRP). However, more evidence is still needed to support the use of these treatment modalities. In cases of severe hair loss, using a hairpiece or camouflage can help provide a better cosmetic effect.
When treating alopecia areata, steroid creams or scalp applications can be used. Use of steroid injections are also effective. If a patient is suffering from a severe case of this hair disorder, however, oral medication such as steroids, methotrexate, sulfasalazine, cyclosporine and azathioprine may be used. Use of topical minoxidil can also encourage hair growth. Other treatment methods used for alopecia areata include contact sensitisation (using squaric acid dibutyl ester [SADBE] or diphenylcyclopropenone [DPCP]), platelet-rich plasma injections and photochemotherapy.
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