Treatment

60% of cases in this disease are self limited. The most common treatment is with steroids (cortisone is one form) either topically or by injection. The outcome of treatment is good when the alopecia areata process is present less than one year and poor, especially in adults, if the disease has been present for longer periods of time. Minoxidil (Rogaine) can help to regrow hair. Surgical treatment of this disorder is not recommended if the disease is active.