Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
January 2019
TLDR Hair loss in African American women, caused by hair care, genetics, and environment, needs more research for better treatment.
Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) is a type of hair loss that primarily affects African American women. The exact causes of CCCA are not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to hair care practices, genetics, and environmental factors. Symptoms include hair loss and scarring on the scalp, and diagnosis is typically made through clinical examination and scalp biopsy. Treatment options include topical and oral medications, as well as hair transplantation. However, further research is needed to better understand the causes and treatment of CCCA.
