Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes your hair to come out, often in clumps the size and shape of a quarter. The amount of hair loss is different in everyone. Some people lose it only in a few spots. Others lose a lot. Sometimes, hair grows back but falls out again later. In others, hair grows back for good.
What are the symptoms and how is it diagnosed?
Are there any side affects or any other warnings about alopecia?
The most prominent symptom of alopecia areata is patchy hair loss. Coin-sized patches of hair begin to fall out, mainly from the scalp.. Your doctor may also perform a scalp biopsy to rule out other conditions that cause hair loss, including fungal infections like tinea capitis.examining a few hair samples under a microscopeA doctor may be able to diagnose alopecia areata simply by looking at the extent of your hair loss and by
Alopecia is asymptomatic so, apart from the loss of hair, alopecia areata doesn't cause headaches, irritation, or any other symptoms.
your dermatologist may recommend a wait-and-see approach. Your hair may regrow on its own, making treatment unnecessary.Treatment options for children 10 years of age and younger are: Corticosteroid you apply to the bald spots: Prescription-strength corticosteroids can help regrow hair. You apply this medication once or twice a day. For children, this alone can be an effective treatment.If you are older than 10 years of age and have a few patches of alopecia areata, your dermatologist may recommend one or more of the following treatments:Injections of corticosteroids: To help your hair regrow, your dermatologist will inject this medication into the bald areas. These injections are usually given every 4 to 8 weeks as needed, so you will need to return to your dermatologist’s office for treatment.
Steroids help control alopecia areata by reducing the inflammation and suppressing the immune system, to stop the body from attacking the hair follicles.
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