What is Alopecia?

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Types of Alopecia:

• Alopecia Areata
  Description: This is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to round patches of hair loss.
  Severity: It can range from small patches to more extensive loss.
• Alopecia Totalis
  Description: This is an advanced form of alopecia areata where there is a complete loss of hair on the scalp.
• Alopecia Universalis
  Description: The most severe form, resulting in the loss of all body hair, including eyebrows and eyelashes.
• Androgenetic Alopecia
  Description: Also known as male or female pattern baldness, it is a common hereditary condition leading to thinning hair and baldness.
• Cicatricial (Scarring) Alopecia
  Description: A group of rare disorders that destroy hair follicles and replace them with scar tissue, leading to permanent hair loss.
• Telogen Effluvium:
  Description:A temporary condition where more hairs than usual enter the shedding phase of the growth cycle, often due to stress, illness, or hormonal changes.

Causes of Alopecia

The causes of alopecia vary depending on the type and can include:

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• Genetics:
  Family history of hair loss can predispose individuals to conditions like androgenetic alopecia.
• Autoimmune Disorders:
  Conditions like alopecia areata occur when the immune system attacks hair follicles.
• Hormonal Changes:
  Pregnancy, menopause, thyroid issues, and other hormonal changes can trigger hair loss.
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• Medical Conditions:
  Scalp infections, skin diseases, and chronic illnesses can lead to hair loss.
• Medications:
  Drugs for cancer, arthritis, depression, and other conditions may cause hair loss as a side effect.
• Nutritional Deficiencies:
  Lack of essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamins can contribute to hair loss.
• Stress:
  Physical or emotional stress can induce conditions like telogen effluvium.
• Hairstyling Practices:
  Excessive use of heat, chemicals, or hairstyles that pull on the hair can cause traction alopecia.