What are corticosteroids?
Corticosteroids are a class of anti-inflammatory medications used to suppress immune activity in conditions such as alopecia areata and other autoimmune-related hair loss.
These medications can be administered topically, orally, or through injections to reduce scalp inflammation and limit further follicular damage.
While corticosteroids manage the immune response, red light therapy can complement them by encouraging follicle recovery and improving scalp microcirculation.
Related terms
Hair Density
Clinical Applications
Hair density refers to the number of individual hair strands per square centimeter of scalp.
Lichen Planopilaris
Clinical Applications
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare inflammatory condition that results in scarring alopecia.
Minoxidil
Clinical Applications
Minoxidil is a topical medication that promotes hair regrowth by prolonging the growth phase.
Copper Peptides
Clinical Applications
Copper peptides are naturally occurring complexes of copper and amino acids that promote healing, reduce inflammation, and support hair follicle function.
