Alopecia Areata
Overview
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks hair follicles, causing hair to fall out in round, smooth patches. It can affect the scalp, beard, eyebrows or any hair-bearing area. Hair often regrows on its own, and several treatments can encourage regrowth.
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- What is causing my alopecia areata, and is anything making it worse?
- Which treatment do you recommend first, and how long before I should expect a change?
- What side effects should I watch for, and when should I contact you?
- Is this condition contagious, inherited, or linked to anything else in my health?
- What should I do differently if it flares or comes back?
Getting Care
A board-certified dermatologist can confirm the diagnosis and tailor treatment to your skin. If your symptoms change quickly, spread, become painful, or come with a fever, seek care sooner.
Source: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/hair-loss/types/alopecia
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