Celiac Disease-Associated Alopecia Areata
Introduction: Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by an inappropriate immune response to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. This…
Category: Alopecia Areata
Potential Links Between Hair Color and Risk of Developing Alopecia Areata
Introduction: Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disorder most often characterized by patchy hair loss that can significantly impact the quality of life for those…
The Interplay between Alopecia Areata and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Introduction: Alopecia areata (AA) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are both autoimmune conditions that significantly affect patients’ lives. Recent studies have shown a notable association…
Ghost Lick Alopecia and Ghost Shaved Head: An Intersection of Culture, Belief, and Medicine
In the annals of medical history, particularly within the rich tapestry of ancient Chinese culture, the condition we now recognize as alopecia areata was once…
What are the chances of children inheriting alopecia areata from a parent ?
Some people with alopecia areata become worried that they may transfer the condition to any children they may have in the future. Alopecia areata is…
Problems with Sweating and Alopecia Areata: Understanding the Mechanisms
Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair on the scalp and sometimes other parts of the body. It…
Why is alopecia areata often expressed as well defined patches ?
Alopecia areata (AA) is a complex autoimmune condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair, often in well-defined circular areas, while adjacent hair follicles remain…
An Overview of Alopecia Areata
Introduction: Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition characterized by non-scarring hair loss, affecting individuals of all ages, genders, and ethnicities. It is marked by the…
Why is the first episode of alopecia areata most likely to occur in late teens to early twenties – particularly for women?
Alopecia areata (AA), a condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair in patches, often first manifests in individuals during their late teens to early…