Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss. While it is non-life threatening and not physically debilitating, this condition has far-reaching emotional and psychological effects, especially for certain groups like women, teenagers and young adults. Hence, it’s...
Alopecia universalis (AU) is the most severe form of alopecia areata (AA), a hair loss condition which causes bald patches on the scalp. In alopecia universalis, complete loss of hair on the different parts of the body happens. Considered to be a rare condition, it...
If you are losing clumps of hair and seeing bald patches, it is best to see a hair and scalp expert right away as you may be suffering from a condition called alopecia areata. What Is Alopecia Areata? Alopecia areata is a condition which results in smooth, circular...
Hair thinning or balding is not unusual in aging men and women. Yet, despite being a natural part of growing old, hair loss causes dread for many people. One reason for this is the persisting belief that having beautiful hair is necessary for one to be attractive. The...
Hair loss is not a problem confronted only by adults; it also afflicts children. Fact is, around 60% of adults with alopecia had their first bald patch in their childhood or teens. Moreover, reports note a rise in number of children suffering from hair loss. Hair loss...
