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Alopecia Areata
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Much has yet to be learned about the causes of alopecia areata but it does seem that stress aggravates the condition and it may be brought on by sudden shock.
Thyroid malfunction can also be linked to it as well as hereditary factors.
The hair follicles remain but they are not able to produce hair. Healthy hair breaks off just above the surface of the skin and the small stumps that remain then fall out. Many refer to these hairs as exclamation point hairs due to their appearance when viewed under a magnifiying glass.
In some cases hair regrows in the bald patches.
There are a variety of treatments available for alopecia areata although results are mixed.
Keratin.com has comprehensive information on these methods.
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Overview of therapies
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Minoxidil - Directly
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Use of irritants
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Topical corticosteroids
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An excellent resource if you wish to educate yourself about alopecia areata is:
"Alopecia Areata: Understanding and Coping
With Hair Loss"
by Wendy Thompson.
Chapters cover:
- Understanding Alopecia Areata
- Coping With Hair Loss
- Diagnosis, Treatment and the Latest Research
- Hairpieces and Headcovers
- Special Considerations for Children
- A Day In The Life Of A Person With Alopecia Areata
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