Mixed Connective Tissue Disease and Hair Loss

My husband was diagnosed with mixed connective tissue disease. He is 55 and is currently on prednisone (20mg) and celcept. He is seeing a rheumatologist who is trying to get him off prednisone with very little success. All other medications he has tried are causing severe side effects. He has been in the hospital 3 times since being diagnosed 5 months ago. His hair is thinning and we told his doctor but he has not said much about what to do about it. His disease is still not managed. We would like to get a second opinion. Anyone in San Francisco area or bay area?????

Unfortunately, I do not have any suggestion for you on treatment. Autoimmune diseases can have hair loss as a side effect and the use of steroids can also be a cause. Ask your doctor for a second opinion. For the readers that wish to learn more about this rare disease, please see MayoClinic.com.