37 citations,
January 2019 in “JAMA Dermatology” People with Major Depressive Disorder have a higher chance of getting Alopecia Areata, and vice versa; antidepressants may lower this risk.
56 citations,
January 2019 in “Lancet” JAK inhibitors help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients, improving their quality of life.
100 citations,
July 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with alopecia areata often have other health issues like skin diseases, metabolic syndrome, stomach infections, lupus, anemia, thyroid problems, mental health issues, vitamin D deficiency, and hearing and eye problems.
19 citations,
August 2017 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Hepatitis B virus exposure may be linked to increased risk of alopecia areata.
69 citations,
April 2017 in “BMJ open” Many people with alopecia experience high levels of social anxiety, anxiety, and depression, and while wigs can boost confidence, they may also cause anxiety.
144 citations,
July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease affecting about 2% of people, causing significant disability and often associated with mental health issues and other autoimmune conditions.
8 citations,
January 2015 in “International journal of trichology” A woman's total hair loss was linked to a Borrelia infection and was reversed with appropriate treatment.
110 citations,
December 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Alopecia areata is a genetic and immune-related hair loss condition that is often associated with other autoimmune diseases and does not typically cause permanent damage to hair follicles.
141 citations,
March 2011 in “Journal of Dermatology” Eczema and fungal infections are the most common skin problems in Japan, with different age groups and genders affected by various conditions.
391 citations,
January 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Half of people with Alopecia Areata may see hair regrowth within a year without treatment, but recovery is unpredictable.
41 citations,
August 2007 in “European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology” A woman's total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment grew back after stopping the medication.
275 citations,
November 2002 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata mainly affects young people and has significant psychological impacts, especially in males.
