Is Minoxidil effective for small bald patches on the scalp?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have too many small patches on the head. I shaved my head recently, and now, while the hair is growing back, I can see a few patches in which hair is comparatively less than in other areas, although the patches are very small with small-sized pustules. I have been on Minoxidil 5 % for the past two weeks, and I sometimes apply Aloe vera. Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Do not worry. I will help you with your concerns. From the history, it seems either you have alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia (AGA) hair loss. But I need to see your scalp and the patches so I can suggest a definitive diagnosis and treatment accordingly. Kindly revert with a picture.

I hope this helps.

Kindly revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thank you for sharing the photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This is androgenetic alopecia (AGA), which is a chronic progressive condition that occurs due to underlying genetic and hormonal components. Without treatment, hair thinning will continue as it is a progressive condition. I will start you on treatment that will continue for the long term, as treatments take time to provide results.

Take tablet Trichospire one tablet (biotin, calcium pantothenate, and elemental calcium) daily after breakfast for three months.
Apply Morr F 10 % lotion (Minoxidil and Finasteride) 1 mL daily at night on the top and front scalp for three months. Follow up after one month.

I hope this helps.

Kindly revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.