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(L63) Alopecia areata
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118 246 in individuals diagnosis alopecia areata confirmed
1 384 deaths with diagnosis alopecia areata
1% mortality rate associated with the disease alopecia areata
Diagnosis alopecia areata is diagnosed Women are 16.77% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis alopecia areata
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis alopecia areata
1 384 (2.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease alopecia areata - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 80-84, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 85-89
Disease Features alopecia areata
Non-contagious
Absence or low individual and public risk
Alopecia areata - what does this mean
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system attacks the hair follicles, resulting in hair loss on the scalp, face, and other areas of the body. it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
What happens during the disease - alopecia areata
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own hair follicles, resulting in hair loss. the exact cause of this condition is unknown, but it is believed to be related to environmental triggers, such as stress, infection, or exposure to certain chemicals, that cause the body to produce autoantibodies that attack the hair follicles. this can lead to a localized or diffuse form of hair loss, depending on the extent of the damage to the hair follicles.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the scalp
- Pull Test
- Trichoscopy
- Blood Test
- Skin Biopsy
- Hair Pluck Test
- Hair Pull Test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Alopecia Areata
- Topical corticosteroids
- Anthralin
- Minoxidil
- Immunotherapy
- Ultraviolet light therapy
- Oral corticosteroids
- Hormone therapy
- Platelet-rich plasma therapy
- Nutrition and lifestyle changes
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Alopecia areata - Prevention
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss. prevention of this condition includes maintaining a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet, regular exercise, and adequate sleep. additionally, reducing stress levels and avoiding environmental triggers such as certain medications, extreme temperatures, and harsh chemicals can help to reduce the risk of developing alopecia areata.