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GlossaryDiffuse Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing even hair loss across the scalp

Diffuse Alopecia Areata is a form of alopecia areata where hair loss occurs evenly across the entire scalp rather than in distinct patches. This condition is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to widespread thinning and shedding of hair. Unlike the more common patchy alopecia areata, diffuse alopecia areata can be more challenging to diagnose due to its uniform presentation.

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research Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp: A New Subtype of Diffuse Alopecia areata That Has a Favorable Prognosis – A Reply

29 citations , January 2003 in “Dermatology”

The condition called 'acute diffuse and total alopecia of the female scalp' is actually a known condition named alopecia areata incognita.

Diffuse Alopecia Areata Is Associated With Intense Inflammatory Infiltration and CD8+ T Cells in Hair Loss Regions and an Increase in Serum IgE Level

research Diffuse alopecia areata is associated with intense inflammatory infiltration and CD8+ T cells in hair loss regions and an increase in serum IgE level

24 citations , January 2012 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

Diffuse alopecia areata involves more inflammation and higher allergy-related antibodies than patchy types.

Alopecia Areata Incognita and Diffuse Alopecia Areata: Clinical, Trichoscopic, Histopathological, and Therapeutic Features of a 5-Year Study

research Alopecia Areata Incognita and Diffuse Alopecia Areata: Clinical, Trichoscopic, Histopathological, and Therapeutic Features of a 5-Year Study

23 citations , September 2019 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

The study concluded that AAI and DAA are forms of the same disease, with different symptoms in men and women, and that corticosteroid treatment is effective.

research A case of widespread non‐pigmented hair regrowth in diffuse alopecia areata

21 citations , October 2007 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

A woman with hair loss regrew white hair after taking prednisolone.

Distinguishing Diffuse Alopecia Areata from Pattern Hair Loss Using CD3+ T Cells

research Distinguishing diffuse alopecia areata (AA) from pattern hair loss (PHL) using CD3+ T cells

19 citations , February 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

CD3+ T-cell presence is a reliable marker to tell apart alopecia areata from pattern hair loss.

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community any news about DUPA (Diffuse unpatterned alopecia)?

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and its possible causes, including sensitivity to DHT, not being androgenic alopecia, being diffuse alopecia areata, or hormonal issues. Treatments mentioned include topical melatonin, Clobetasol Propionate for alopecia areata, and the lack of results from using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

community 25M Exploring Causes of Hair Loss: TE, Alopecia, or AGA?

in General 226 upvotes 11 months ago

The user is experiencing hair loss with possible causes including chronic telogen effluvium, diffuse alopecia areata, and androgenic alopecia. They have tried treatments like Nizoral shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride, and are considering a biopsy for further clarity.

community May have been mis-diagnosed for 10 years, self-investigation into AGA + AA Incognita (Defused Shedding)

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male with AGA and diffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hair loss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.

community Hairloss all over body and head

in Treatment 5 upvotes 6 months ago

A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.

community 22F. Should I even bother getting a biopsy? Is there any point?

6 upvotes 10 years ago

A woman who has been experiencing hair loss for several years, and her question of whether there is any benefit to getting a biopsy to check if it's AGA or diffuse alopecia areata when no cure or very effective treatment exists. Treatments such as spironolactone and Minoxidil/finasteride/RU58841 have previously been discussed.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

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