After my retinal toxicity test, I have discussed with my ophthalmologist about the side effect of Hydroxycholoquine. She said the chance of losing eye sight is very low (less than 5%) withing 5 years of taking Hydroxycholoquine. However, once it happens, the eye blindness is irreversible. I think my hair loss has slowed (maybe just wishful thinking), and I have decided not to take any oral medication for now. My scalp is still itching from time to time. I am using Fluocinonide (Topical solution) 0.05% when need it. It is very effective to stop the itching.