Should I continue with cortisone injections? Will my hair fall out if I do so? (Photo)

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I have AA and yes it is genetic. My mom also has it. I decided to do cortisone injections. I've been doing them since October of 2015. I have seen very little results for a person who has been doing them for almost half a year. Do cortisone injections help if the alopecia is genetic? Is it detrimental that I am getting the shots? I've heard if I discontinue the shots that my hair will fall out! What should I do now? Any help ?

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

In very general terms, steroid injections helps 50-80 % of individuals with hair loss comprising 10-30 % of the scalp. They do not help everyone. Individuals who have more hair loss at the back of the scalp (called ophiasis pattern) have lower chances of steroid injections helping. No, hair does not fall out if you stop (if one has not experienced any growth). If you haven't gotten growth, you'll likely notice few changes if you stop. Be sure to speak with a dermatologist about all the options and to confirm that there are no other causes of hair loss. It's not uncommon to have more than one reason.Alopecia areata has a genetic for everyone with alopecia areata.

Baubac Hayatdavoudi, MD · Answer

This would really depend if you are having active shedding and loss.  If the answer is yes, you will need to seek further thereapy, either with the current regimen or perhaps a stronger steroidal injection.  PRP also has shown benefit with scarring alopecias.Using organic shampoo should be part of your daily hair care, and organic tonics can also help soothe the scalp,

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

You need to follow up with your dermatologist to see if there is benefit in continuing treatment. this needs to be dicided by you and he physician who is treating you.

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