Autoimmunity as a Key Factor in the Development of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata (AA) is widely recognized as an autoimmune disorder. Autoimmunity arises when the immune system, which is designed to protect the body from infections…
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Theories in early Chinese history on the causes and treatment of alopecia areata
Alopecia areata (AA) is a condition characterized by unpredictable hair loss, often occurring in patches. While current science has offered us some insights into the…
Insect-Induced Alopecia: A Study of Tick, Ant and Bee Incidents
Hair loss or alopecia is a common dermatological problem with diverse etiologies, including genetic, hormonal, nutritional, and immune disorders. However, less commonly acknowledged are instances…
The naming journey of alopecia areata: an odyssey in medical history
Alopecia Areata (AA), a condition marked by hair loss in patches, has been identified and described in numerous ways throughout history, highlighting the evolution of…
Can some people experience a seasonal cycle in the extent of their alopecia areata?
Alopecia areata (AA) is a chronic-relapsing non-scarring hair loss condition believed to stem from autoimmune origins. Certain forms of the disease, such as ophiasis, subtotalis,…
The evolution of treatments for alopecia areata through history
Alopecia Areata (AA), a condition characterized by hair loss, has been a challenge for humans throughout history. This essay presents a brief tour of the…
A look at vitamins D, B and A in alopecia areata
Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease that leads to hair loss. While the specific cause remains unknown, various factors, including low levels of certain…
A review of the causes of alopecia areata
Alopecia areata (AA) is a complex autoimmune disorder, characterized by non-scarring hair loss. The etiology of AA is multifactorial, with genetic, immunological, and psychological factors,…
An overview of the consultation and diagnosis process for hair disorders
Hair disorders represent a complex medical field, with several hundred types and subtypes of recognized conditions. As our understanding of genetics and hair follicle biology…