Other options include topical minoxidil, anthralin, and steroid. Diphencyprone is difficult to obtain in the United States but is more readily available in Europe and Canada. The use of systemic steroids is controversial, since steroids have a high side effect profile and patients may have to be on the drug for a long time. Usually when the systemic steroid is discontinued, hair shedding occurs. Patients with AA require encouragement and emotional support.
Many cities now have support groups, which are invaluable to a large number of patients.
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