Folliculitis Decalvans Treatment

Approaches to managing Folliculitis Decalvans

This chronic scalp condition requires reducing inflammation, limiting hair loss, and addressing scarring. Plans target patient-specific triggers and disease activity.

• Medical therapy with oral antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medicines, and topical antiseptics adjusted for tolerance and response.
• Regenerative trichology such as PRP, i-PRF, GFC, and microneedling for hair growth to aid scalp healing.
• Surgical hair restoration with FUE when disease is stable, including corrective work via hair transplant repair and correction.
• Scar camouflage using scalp micropigmentation or targeted scar hair restoration.

When hair restoration is considered

Transplantation is planned for inactive disease to protect graft survival. Steps include mapping stable areas, setting realistic density goals, and tracking progress. Patients with residual scarring or patchy loss may combine scarring alopecia treatment with regenerative methods to improve texture.

Bring prior records and photos to consultation for review of flare history and surgery planning. Alloroots offers in-clinic and online pre-surgical reviews for patients across India.

Long-term management strategies

Care focuses on preventing recurrence and maintaining density. Maintenance may involve intermittent antibiotic courses, topical corticosteroid or antiseptic lotions, and scheduled regenerative sessions. Gentle scalp hygiene and avoiding irritants are useful home measures.

• Regular dermatologist check-ups to adjust or restart therapy.
• Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) to support scalp healing between flares.
• Early action at first signs of redness or pustules.

Some patients also seek scalp folliculitis treatment for broader scalp health support.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India headed by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi). Services include personalised hair loss diagnosis, FUE hair transplants, regenerative therapies, and treatments for complex scalp conditions. Consultations are offered nationwide with strict privacy and evidence-based planning. Visit alloroots.com to learn more or book an appointment.