I am suffering from alopecia areata. I have patches on my scalp, and now I am seeing patches in my beard and mustache. My hair is getting thinner, and I have too much dandruff in my beard. What should I do? Is hair regrowth possible? I have alopecia areata due to thyroid.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Alopecia spreading to the beard is common in the autoimmune type. Dandruff can worsen hair fall. Regrowth is possible with steroids, minoxidil, PRP or immunotherapy. See dermatologist for treatment plan. Thyroid levels should be monitored as its related.

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