For which hair conditions is local corticosteroid injection therapy recommended?
According to international criteria, hair and scalp disorders are divided into scarring and non-scarring processes. In scarring hair loss in particular, where the cause is localised inflammation, the aim is to suppress this inflammation. If it were to persist, it would lead to progression of the condition and to a permanent, irreversible destruction of hair follicles, which would be replaced by scar tissue.
Do I need to come in for an examination first?
Yes, before starting treatment it is important to undergo a trichological examination at our hair clinic. This is essential for making an accurate diagnosis and assessing your overall health.
How is the treatment performed? Is it painful?
After thoroughly disinfecting the treated area, we inject the required amount of corticosteroid medication using the finest possible needle. As a result, the procedure causes minimal discomfort.
Will I need to come back for repeat sessions?
We'll be able to tell you more during the trichological examination that precedes the Diprophos injection. Treatment needs to be tailored individually according to the condition and its progression.
Should I expect any side effects?
The most common effects we see are mild soreness and redness at the injection site, related to the administration of the therapeutic substance.