Alopecia areata (AA) is a disease with autoimmune pathogenesis, most frequently associated with scalp hair loss. Although alopecia areata can occur at any age, it typically presents in adulthood and is equally common in men and women. A distinction should be made between alopecia areata involving only the scalp, which is more likely to have spontaneous remission, and alopecia totalis or Universalis, which is less likely to remit spontaneously.
Symptoms of alopecia areata:
Most commonly, patchy hair loss of the scalp with or without associated erythema, scaling, and inflammation. Other body parts can also be involved in alopecia areata, including eyebrows, eyelashes, beard, pubic area, underarms, and legs.
The diagnosis of alopecia areata:
An accurate diagnosis of alopecia areata is confirmed by examining hair plucked from an affected area. This hair follicle biopsy demonstrates round, perifollicular; lymphocytic infiltrates and a variable degree of resultant perifollicular inflammation. Hair shafts in the skin biopsy specimen may be fragmented or absent with replacement by fibrosis. Evaluation for other autoimmune diseases, such as thyroid disease and vitiligo, should be considered in patients with alopecia areata because these disorders can co-exist with alopecia areata.
Treatment for alopecia areata:
There are several treatment options exist that can ameliorate symptoms. Topical minoxidil 2% (Rogaine) is approved by the FDA for use in patients with mild to moderate degrees of alopecia areata of the scalp. Homeopathic treatment for alopecia areata is an effective treatment for hair loss. A study found that homeopathic treatment for alopecia areata was more successful than conventional treatment. Dr Batras homeopathic treatment for alopecia areata includes giving patients a constitutional homeopathic remedy after identifying each patient's unique mental and physical symptoms. You can book an appointment at Dr Batras clinic now!
