Will fluocinolone drops on scalp help hair regrowth? My dermatologist says my hair is stuck in a shedding phase. (Photos)

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I've been prescribed fluocinolone acetonide drops to the scalp for hair growth.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest seeing a hair loss expert now to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In  my opinion, if you have an inflammatory process in the scalp, fluocinolone drops may help. If you have  pattern hair loss of a genetic nature, it will have minimal effect. Often hair loss is multifactorial and has an inflammatory as well as another component. Find a hair loss expert. Ask to see photos.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

A topical steroid will help treat any underlying inflammation. In an of itself it usually does not help all that much with hair regrowth. A topicial steroid of this nature typically acts to give the patient relief from symptoms like itching, burning or pain.  This steroid has a pretty good safety profile overall. You'll know in a very short time if it truly impacts your shedding or not. Be sure to keep close follow up with your dermatologist.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

fluocinolone drops are not known to cause hair growth. If you have a hair growth problem, see a hair expert physician

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