Alopecia: Possible Causes and Treatments, Particularly in Captive Nonhuman Primates

The document reviewed alopecia in captive nonhuman primates, highlighting its characteristics, potential causes, and treatments. It noted that alopecia could result from disruptions in the hair growth cycle due to factors like seasonality, aging, vitamin and mineral imbalances, endocrine disorders, immunologic diseases, genetic mutations, infections, parasites, and atopic dermatitis. Psychogenic factors, such as stress, were also considered. The review emphasized the importance of thorough testing for various diseases before attributing hair loss to stress, given the multifaceted nature of alopecia in these primates.