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Glossary Diffuse Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing even hair loss across the scalp

Diffuse Alopecia Areata is a form of alopecia areata where hair loss occurs evenly across the entire scalp rather than in distinct patches. This condition is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to widespread thinning and shedding of hair. Unlike the more common patchy alopecia areata, diffuse alopecia areata can be more challenging to diagnose due to its uniform presentation.

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research Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp: A New Subtype of Diffuse Alopecia areata That Has a Favorable Prognosis – A Reply

29 citations , January 2003 in “Dermatology”

This study suggests a new subtype of alopecia, termed 'acute diffuse and total alopecia of the female scalp' (ADTAFS), characterized by acute and total hair loss in women with a favorable recovery profile.

Diffuse Alopecia Areata Is Associated With Intense Inflammatory Infiltration and CD8+ T Cells in Hair Loss Regions and an Increase in Serum IgE Level

research Diffuse alopecia areata is associated with intense inflammatory infiltration and CD8+ T cells in hair loss regions and an increase in serum IgE level

24 citations , January 2012 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

This study suggests that hypersensitivity and increased serum IgE levels might contribute to the pathogenesis of diffuse alopecia areata through intense local inflammatory infiltration.

Alopecia Areata Incognita and Diffuse Alopecia Areata: Clinical, Trichoscopic, Histopathological, and Therapeutic Features of a 5-Year Study

research Alopecia Areata Incognita and Diffuse Alopecia Areata: Clinical, Trichoscopic, Histopathological, and Therapeutic Features of a 5-Year Study

23 citations , September 2019 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

This study analyzed the features of alopecia areata incognita and diffuse alopecia areata, finding distinct patterns in hair loss regions and trichoscopic signs, and noted a benign course responsive to topical steroid therapy.

research A case of widespread non‐pigmented hair regrowth in diffuse alopecia areata

21 citations , October 2007 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

This case study reported that a 62-year-old woman with alopecia areata experienced significant hair regrowth with completely non-pigmented white hair following a 2-month course of oral prednisolone.

Distinguishing Diffuse Alopecia Areata from Pattern Hair Loss Using CD3+ T Cells

research Distinguishing diffuse alopecia areata (AA) from pattern hair loss (PHL) using CD3+ T cells

19 citations , February 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that the presence of CD3(+) T-cells within empty follicular fibrous tracts is a reliable indicator for diagnosing diffuse alopecia areata instead of pattern hair loss.

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community My 15+ Year Hair Loss Journey: DUPA, Recurrent Alopecia Areata, & different dosages of Min / Fin topicals - Advice needed on next steps.

4 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user has been managing hair loss for over 15 years, using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and corticosteroids, while experiencing side effects and recurrent Alopecia Areata. They seek advice on progression and potential underlying conditions, questioning if their hair loss is due to an autoimmune issue beyond typical patterns.

community May have been mis-diagnosed for 10 years, self-investigation into AGA + AA Incognita (Defused Shedding)

1 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male with AGA and diffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hair loss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.

community Hairloss all over body and head

4 upvotes 8 months ago

A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.

community Dutasteride has been nuking me

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 156 upvotes 9 months ago

The user experienced significant hair loss after 9 months of using 0.5mg dutasteride and oral minoxidil, possibly due to alopecia areata. It is advised to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as dutasteride and finasteride may not be effective.

community Post op day 1, My 10 year journey and thoughts about hair loss, advice

6 upvotes 10 months ago

The user shared their 10-year hair loss journey, discussing treatments like oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and LLLT, and ultimately deciding on a hair transplant. They also explored the possibility of having alopecia areata incognita and advised seeking multiple opinions before surgery.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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Can a zinc deficiency directly cause hair thinning or increased shedding? Studies link low serum zinc to diffuse shedding and alopecia areata, and severe deficiency states cause hair loss that reverses when zinc is replaced. The evidence is mostly observational, the one supplementation study was small and uncontrolled, and zinc is not a treatment for pattern hair loss.

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Can women get scalp micropigmentation? Yes, women can get scalp micropigmentation for hair loss or thinning.

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Can women get hair transplants? Women can get hair transplants, and procedures are tailored to their specific hair loss patterns.

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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

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