TLDR Accurate diagnosis is crucial to distinguish alopecia areata incognita from androgenetic alopecia in men for proper treatment.
The study presents a case series of 29 male patients diagnosed with alopecia areata incognita, which was initially misdiagnosed as androgenetic alopecia. This research highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis in differentiating between these two types of hair loss, as they require different treatment approaches. The findings underscore the need for dermatologists to consider alopecia areata incognita in cases of sudden diffuse hair thinning in men, to avoid misdiagnosis and ensure appropriate management.
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