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October 2009 in “Dermatology” Alopecia areata may appear differently depending on the individual's type of hair loss and scalp condition.
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January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” January 2025 in “Medical Research Archives” A new classification and scoring system is needed for alopecia areata to better assess severity.
May 2019 in “Journal of Evidence Based Medicine and Healthcare” Alopecia Areata is often linked to other health issues like allergies, thyroid problems, and diabetes.
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