What is Alopecia Areata?
Alopecia Areata is a condition in which there is patchy loss of hair from any part of the head and in fact anywhere in the body. Alopecia Areata often starts as an infection with itching, irritation and dandruff. However the danger is the ability of it to spread like a wild fire through forest. Alopecia Areata can almost overnight develop into 2-3 patches, spread to the body and leading to hair loss from all over. The disease can be broken up into four stages.
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DR. SHAHID SHAMSHER
Trichologist For Hair & Scalp Disorders
Dr. Shahid Shamsher is a Registered Medical Practitioner (Registration No – A-8254) and a leading Trichologist certified from U.K, Australia and India. He personally conducts all consultations and treatments of his patients. His field of expertise is hair and scalp disorders .
Causes of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia Areata is a type of hair loss that most commonly affects both men and women. In this condition, the immune system mistakenly attacks the hair follicles, leading to inflammation and hair loss. Although the exact reason behind this immune response is still unclear, researchers believe that a combination of environmental and genetic factors may contribute to the development of Alopecia Areata.
If you’re seeking effective solutions, it’s important to find the best alopecia areata treatment in Bangalore to manage the condition early and prevent further hair loss. Dr Health Clinic offer advanced treatment options tailored to individual needs.
Though the precise cause of Alopecia Areata remains unknown, researchers have identified several potential risk factors that may trigger or worsen the condition:
- Vitamin D Deficiency: Individuals with low levels of vitamin D may be more likely to develop Alopecia Areata.
- Genetic Predisposition: A family history of Alopecia Areata increases the chances of developing the condition, suggesting a strong genetic link.
- Underlying Health Conditions: Disorders like thyroid disease, Down syndrome, vitiligo, and other autoimmune conditions are often associated with a higher risk of Alopecia Areata.
Stages of Alopecia Areata
Stage 1 – Stage of solitary patch – This is the best stage to treat and when dealt adequately most cases respond very well allowing almost 100% re growth.
Stage 2- Stage of multiple patches – This is the next stage where 3-4 patches co-exist. While recovery is still possible from this stage, the chances of full recovery start progressively decreasing from this stage onwards.
Stage 3- Stage of body hair loss – Along with hair loss from the first affected part, which is most often the head, there is considerable hair loss from body parts as well, like beard and moustache in men, eyebrows in women, arms and legs etc.
Stage 4- Stage of complete hair loss – This is the last stage and often known as Alopecia Totalis because of total loss of hair from all over the body, including the underarms and the private areas.
Alopecia Treatment in Bangalore depends on the type and cause. The condition can run an erratic course with frequent recurrences and remissions. It can have a sudden onset starting with a single patch, overnight multiplying into multiple patches, and can spread like wildfire leading to hair loss from all over the body. Alopecia Areata in stages one and two shows the best response and as it spreads to the other parts of the body the chances of effective control come down.
Alopecia Areata treatment options at Dr. Health Clinic
At Dr. Health, treatment of Alopecia Areata is started after a thorough in-depth hair & scalp analysis and examination of nails by our senior Trichologist. This is done to differentiate Alopecia Areata from other resembling conditions like tinea capitis, lupus, traction alopecia and trichotillomania. On Tricho Analysis, alopecia areata typically appears as circular patches of hair loss characterized by short broken hairs.
When it comes to treating Alopecia areata the main goal of the treatment is to stop the immune system from attacking the hair follicles and to stimulate regrowth of hair. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, our Trichologist will share an honest opinion about which of the below treatments are best indicated for you along with clarity on its outcome.
Topical Applications
Topical agents work by reducing inflammation and are indicated for localized cases of alopecia areata. They work to help the hair grow faster once the follicle is no longer under attack by the immune system and is capable of producing hair. They work by encouraging blood flow to hair follicles, stimulating dormant follicles and by aiding hair growth.
Oral medicines
There are four stages in the progression of Alopecia Areata, and each stage requires attention to a specific aspect. As a clinic driven to providing the very best treatment for alopecia areata in Bangalore, we address each stage differently.
Thermal Scalp Treatments
These treatments involve the use of heat, such as steam or infrared technology, to open up the hair follicles and enhance the absorption of active ingredients in scalp treatments, promoting better efficacy.
Scalp Sensitizers or Topical immunotherapy
This therapy works by inducing an allergic or irritant reaction on affected areas, thereby stimulating the immune system and encouraging new growth in that area. This treatment is reserved for patients with diffuse involvement who have not responded to other therapies.
Hairpieces and camouflage techniques
are used in irreversible cases where there is no scope for new growth, like in the case of Cicatricial Alopecia Areata.
Why Choose Us For Alopecia Areata Treatment?
Customized Treatment Plans
We develop customized treatment plans for patients who are suffering from Alopecia Areata.
Sophisticated Techniques
We use the latest most sophisticated technology for diagnosis and treatment at Dr. Health Hair Clinic.
Skilled Trichologist
Dr Shahid Shamsher has nearly three decades of experience in the field of Trichology and is known quite popularly as the best doctor for alopecia areata in Bangalore.
Side-effect-free
All the treatments that we offer are non-invasive, non-surgical and to top it all off, it is side-effect-free also.
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What do our patients say
I had nearly 6-7 patches of baldness in head since 2 years. I think its called alopecia. But at his clinic they told me its fungal infection and gave some medicines. Used it for 6 months and cost me around 13 grand. Patches are cured, hair is fully grown in them. Before I had taken steroid injections in them. The hair would grow 50% for one month, then again fall off. So, result wise Dr. Health treatment is very good I will say. Because my hair is still good and the patches have not appeared again.
I had alopecia areata since 6 years , I Used my wife’s makeup to hide or patches on my head .it started with just 1 small patch and gradually increased to 5-6 patches and hair loss, went to many Drs but my condition was not improving at all, my Friend suggested Dr Health, and consulted Dr Shahid, Dr told that my condition can treated and cured also. Dr took all the details such as past and present health history, family history, possible causes, physical, mental, and emotional condition and advised few blood tests along with medicines and informed me this is a complex autoimmune condition that causes nonscarring hair loss. As told by the doctor my patches were covered, hair completely regrown in 3 months now I am taking medicines for prevention which is for another 3 months and then there is no need to take any medicines, Unlike other doctors there was no steroids administered which is one of the best reason to consult at Dr Health. Thanks to Dr Shahid now I am Quite satisfied with the progress of medication. Hair fall has significantly reduced 60-70% lesser than earlier it used to be.
I started developing round patches of hair loss on my scalp since a month initially they were small in size later started to expand and became more noticeable on my scalp, it was clear bald patch which really scared me and reduced my confidence as they started to grow in size. The Doctor prescribed medicines along with application. Followed the instructions given by the Doctor and could get good results. He is very experienced and professional Doctor. The way staff deliver the service is good. Neat and well-maintained clinic. Would recommend for hair related issues.
I am an IT professional and had frequent hair loss and coin size patches on my head. Searched for hair drs on google and decided to go for consultation for hair treatment. Visited dr health vijayanagar branch and took treatment for around 4 months patches were disappeared completely and gain lot of confidence also.
I had 10-12 coin shaped patches of baldness on my head. I was so worried that the infection would spread all over my scalp and I would be fully bald. But lucky..that I met Dr. Shahid sir. He cured the infection. All the patches started filling up and my hair was back to normal. I will always be grateful to him. thankyou very much sir.
I took my son to Dr Shahid for his patches problem. he is just 10-year-old, and has got bald patches all over his head, plus he started losing hair from his eyebrow also. he is on Dr Shahid’s treatment sin 2 months and is showing good sign of improvement. The patches are filling up with light baby hairs. He has not developed any new patch since he has started treatment. Progress is good.
I’m super happy to share my review. Because it’s been 9 month since I started the treatment at Dr Health . Am getting treatment for patches problem. Before I consulted Dr Shamsher, I was having 8 bald patches on my head and new patches were started spreading. I started losing hair from beard and even from eyebrows. Now all my patches started growing back. Treatment is good.
i am very satisfied with the treatment given by dr.health i had many patches on head and huge hair loss after taking treatment its completly better and exelent result seen thank u dr health
I am very very happy with Dr. Health clinic treatment. i have alopecia some 8-10 patches and all have fully grown out and now it is not showing even 0.001% anywhere in the head. very very thankful.
Good doc. Knowledgeable in his field. I had a satisfactory experience. I went to him with 12 bald patches on my head and one big one on my beard. It took 15 months to cure them.
After reading reviews, my friend and I visited Dr. Shahid Shamsher on 5th October 2020 for heavy hair loss. There was a 30-minute wait. He scanned my scalp and diagnosed hair thinning and hair fall. I had been using Tugain 5% lotion for 3 years but it wasn’t effective. He prescribed a 2-phase treatment over 3 months. Phase 1: control hair thinning & fall, Phase 2: hair growth. Medications were tonic-based and topical. After phase 1, hair fall nearly stopped. In phase 2, I observed 20-30% hair growth. Itching stopped completely. I’m quite happy with the results so far.
At 33, I had lost a lot of hair from the top of my head. After debating whether to accept baldness or seek treatment, I visited Dr. Shahid Shamsher. The clinic was crowded. He prescribed pungent medicines and oily solutions to be mixed with shampoo. After 3 months, my hair fall reduced significantly. After another 6 months of treatment, he shifted me to a natural diet. Following it about 90%, I was able to prevent further baldness and even had more than 50% hair regrowth.
One day, I discovered a bald patch and started wearing a cap. I consulted Dr. Shahid at Dr. Health Clinic and was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata. He warned against wearing caps as they can worsen the condition. After his treatment, baby hair started growing on the bald patch. I was elated to leave behind both my hair loss and my cap!
My scalp was oily and I ignored my hair loss initially. When it worsened, I consulted Dr. Shahid. He said my hair loss was due to unhealthy lifestyle and prescribed Himalaya shampoo and diet changes. Though hard to follow, my hair loss reduced significantly. I now encourage friends to seek treatment early.
