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How To Control Hairfall?

Hi .. I am a 40 yr old lady suffering from RA for the last 4 yrs now. I have been on steroids for the last 2 yrs. am currently with Wysolone 5 mg , methotexrate and supplements like Calten-D, FEFOL . I have severe hair loss (almost going bald now, though had long thick hair earlier ) and also have accumulated lot of fat around the waist line. My questions are

- How can i control hair fall ?

- Are steroids harmful to bones or other parts of the body

- What is an alternative apart from steroids ?
Fri, 27 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Hair fall can be controlled by using Minoxidil solution and biotin supplements.
If steroids are used irrationally, it can lead to adverse effects. So, please do not self medicate and follow the dosage guidelines suggested by your doctor. Also undergo tests prescribed by your doctor for monitoring body functions while on steroid therapy.
There are alternative drugs for rheumatoid arthritis but those drugs also have immunosuppressive action and should be taken only under your doctor's supervision.

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How To Control Hairfall?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Hair fall can be controlled by using Minoxidil solution and biotin supplements. If steroids are used irrationally, it can lead to adverse effects. So, please do not self medicate and follow the dosage guidelines suggested by your doctor. Also undergo tests prescribed by your doctor for monitoring body functions while on steroid therapy. There are alternative drugs for rheumatoid arthritis but those drugs also have immunosuppressive action and should be taken only under your doctor s supervision. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.