Question 1

i have alopecia areata how do i stop the baldness from spreading?

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Alopecia Areata: Alopecia areata, as the name implies, is the loss of hair in certain, usually small, round areas. It may occur on the face, scalp, or any other body hair. It is an auto immune disease, where your bodys immune system is attacking your own hair follicles. No one knows why some people have it, and why it occurs in certain areas and not others. There is no way to prevent new areas from forming.

Question 2

my son has a couple of very small (eraser size or smaller) bald patches. i first discovered them when he was 6 and i gave him a buzz cut. he is now almost 10. they havent changed in size at all over the years. is this a type of alopecia areata?

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Yes: It could be. A biopsy must be taken to confirm the diagnosis, it consists on take a tiny sample of the skin to study it.

Question 3

can alopecia areata become female pattern baldness?  i had smooth bald patch then it grew in 2 weeks. now crown and sides are badly thinning

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Alopecia areata is a different type . Does not equate withFPBalding.

Question 4

hi i have alopecia areata and i have no eyebrows and eyelahses started to fall out, also i have small bald patches behinf my head 2 of them on bottom.

Accepted Answer

Alopecia areata!: It is not an uncommon condition. It involves your immunological system. Go see a good dermatologist. It may recur.

Question 5

is alopecia areata characterized by bald patches or general thinning of eyebrows or scalp could also be a characteristic?

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Bald patches: Typically there are bald patches that are circular and without scaly, red skin at base.

Question 6

what should i remove and add on my diet in order to make my hair grow back faster after having bald spots from alopecia areata?

Accepted Answer

Wishful thinking: I don't believe there is any diet or supplement which would help your hair loss. Consult a dermatologist to see if there is something he can do to restore your hair loss and perhaps even finding the cause for it.

Question 7

my 7 years old son always had 2 small bald spots on his scalp, consistent with alopecia areata. is he at risk of any systemic illness?

Accepted Answer

Dx by whom ?: Bald spots on the scalp can be from several different origins. I would not assume it is AA unless this was confirmed by a dermatologist. All the immune related disorders (minor or major)  are linked in some way, but the degree is best evaluated with a full review of the family history along with a firm diagnosis.

Question 8

i had smooth bald spot and new hair grew back, would that be alopecia areata?now crown and sides are really thin you can see my scalp clearly. y?

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Sounds like it: Alopecia areata can regrow on its own without treatment. If you are experiencing more hair loss though then I would follow up with dermatologist

Question 9

is alopecia areata linked to chantix, and can anything be done? about a year ago, i took chantix for about 4-6 weeks.  4-8 weeks after stopping the drug, i noticed a bald spot in my facial hair.  then another.  then on the back of my head (not in a normal

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The : The treatment of alopecia areata is typically intralesional steroids into the bald patch.  It works fairly well and often requires a series of treatments every month or so.  This is a very common condition seen by a dermatologist.  I hope that helps.

Question 10

i am having a bald spot on beard.. is this mean i do have alopecia areata.. and also my hair loss have started..?

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May be a few things: A bald spot on the beard could be alopecia areata (aa).  However, there can be many other causes.  I would see a dermatologist to have it checked out.  They will be able to tell you easily what is causing the baldness.  Good luck to you.

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My son has a couple of very small (eraser size or smaller) bald patches. i first discovered them when he was 6 and i gave him a buzz cut. he is now almost 10. they havent changed in size at all over the years. is this a type of alopecia areata?

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Can alopecia areata become female pattern baldness? i had smooth bald patch then it grew in 2 weeks. now crown and sides are badly thinning

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Hi i have alopecia areata and i have no eyebrows and eyelahses started to fall out, also i have small bald patches behinf my head 2 of them on bottom.

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Is alopecia areata characterized by bald patches or general thinning of eyebrows or scalp could also be a characteristic?

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What should i remove and add on my diet in order to make my hair grow back faster after having bald spots from alopecia areata?

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My 7 years old son always had 2 small bald spots on his scalp, consistent with alopecia areata. is he at risk of any systemic illness?

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I had smooth bald spot and new hair grew back, would that be alopecia areata?now crown and sides are really thin you can see my scalp clearly. y?

A member asked:

Is alopecia areata linked to chantix, and can anything be done? about a year ago, i took chantix for about 4-6 weeks. 4-8 weeks after stopping the drug, i noticed a bald spot in my facial hair. then another. then on the back of my head (not in a normal

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I am having a bald spot on beard.. is this mean i do have alopecia areata.. and also my hair loss have started..?

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