Alopecia Areata: The Clinician and Patient Voice
September 2023
in “
Journal of drugs in dermatology
”
TLDR Alopecia areata causes unpredictable hair loss and emotional distress, with no cure and limited treatment options.
Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disorder causing hair loss on the scalp, face, and body, leading to significant psychosocial impacts such as anxiety and depression. The disease course is unpredictable with no cure, and current treatments have limited effectiveness and high relapse rates. This article reviews perspectives from both clinicians and patients, highlighting unmet needs and gaps in care.
