Exercising everyday and eating right are good things to help those with alopecia areata?

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John E. Frank, MD · Answer

Bravo for trying to defeat this very challenging disorder.  I wish the measures you are trying are effective however, in person professional advice is advisable.John Frank MDNew YorkOhio

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

There is no cure for alopecia areata.  Diet and exercise has no relation to hair loss from alopecia areata.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

I can confidently say these have little to no role in helping most patients with alopecia areata. A healthy diet and a lifestyle which includes exercise does help patients feel better and helps many individuals cope with a wide variety of medical conditions.I'm all for eating well and exercising - but not with hopes it will promote hair growth. That's a myth.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

This is a genetic disease and requires a good dermatologist to treat it. It does not always respond to treatment but the use of scalp micropigmentation can be an effective cosmetic solution as shown in the web reference below

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