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GlossaryAlopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss on scalp and body

Alopecia Areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss on the scalp and other areas of the body. This condition can affect individuals of all ages and often results in round, smooth bald patches, though the extent and pattern of hair loss can vary widely.

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research Mycobacterium Avium Subspecies Hominissuis Infection in a Dog from Germany with Multifocal Alopecia, Exfoliative Dermatitis, Hypercalcaemia, and Subsequent Sebaceous Atrophy

9 citations, January 2015 in “Veterinary record case reports”

A dog in Germany was successfully treated for a rare bacterial infection without spreading it to humans.

research Experience in Treating Multifocal Alopecia Areata in a Child with JAK Kinase Inhibitors

July 2024 in “Medical alphabet”

JAK inhibitors like tofacitinib may effectively treat alopecia in children without major side effects.

research Steroid Topical Therapy And Pulse Dosing Therapy For Multifocal Alopecia Areata

January 2003 in “Journal of Practical Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery”

Both steroid treatments effectively regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.

Clinical and Histological Characterization of Multifocal, Spontaneous, Noninfectious Alopecia in Norwegian Puffin Dogs (Lundehunds)

research Clinical and Histological Characterization of Multifocal, Spontaneous, Noninfectious Alopecia in Norwegian Puffin Dogs (Lundehunds)

3 citations, March 2014 in “Veterinary dermatology”

Norwegian puffin dogs have a unique type of hair loss that often doesn't get better on its own and responds well to ciclosporin treatment.

research Medium-Dose Prednisolone Pulse Therapy in Alopecia Areata

17 citations, November 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology”

Medium-dose prednisolone pulse therapy is effective and safe for multifocal alopecia areata but not for more severe forms.

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community 26, i was cool w shaving bald but I wanted to hold on for a little longer. Just topical min and rosemary shampoo.

in Progress Pictures 688 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about a user's successful regrowth of hair using topical minoxidil and rosemary shampoo. Other users discuss the potential limitations of minoxidil and recommend using finasteride to maintain hair growth.