Alopecia Areata: Patterns Of Hair Loss, Treatment Modalities, And Psychological Impact

July 2024 in “ Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação ”

Beatriz Tófoli Rossoni, Luma Moreira Soares de Andrade, Isadora Zanette Golin, Lara Macedo Lembrance, Gabriella Fernandes de Melo Reis

alopecia areata autoimmune disease hair loss topical corticosteroids immunotherapies JAK inhibitors anxiety depression

TLDR No treatment works for everyone, and emotional support is crucial.

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease causing hair loss in specific areas, with patterns ranging from small bald patches to complete scalp or body hair loss. The study analyzed hair loss patterns, treatment options, and psychological impacts based on scientific literature from the past decade. Treatments like topical corticosteroids, immunotherapies, and JAK inhibitors showed variable effectiveness. The psychological impact is significant, with many patients experiencing anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life. The study concludes that while there are diverse hair loss patterns and treatment options, no treatment is universally effective, highlighting the need for therapies addressing both physical and emotional well-being.

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