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GlossaryOphiasis (ophiasis pattern)

wave-like hair loss pattern around scalp's sides and back

Ophiasis is a specific pattern of hair loss associated with alopecia areata, where the hair loss occurs in a wave-like shape around the sides and lower back of the scalp. This form of alopecia can be more challenging to treat and is often more persistent than other types of alopecia areata.

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research Time to Loss of Response for Dupilumab in Ophiasis-Pattern Alopecia Areata

2 citations , September 2021 in “JAAD case reports”

Dupilumab helped a woman with severe hair loss regrow her hair quickly and maintain it for six months after stopping treatment.

research Recognizing Ophiasis Pattern in Discoid Lupus: A Rare Diagnostic Challenge

July 2025 in “Dermatology Reports”

Dermatologists should recognize diverse discoid lupus signs to avoid misdiagnosis.

research Coexistent frontal fibrosing alopecia with ophiasis pattern alopecia areata in a young female: A case report and review of the literature

July 2024 in “Clinical Case Reports”

Recognizing rare hair loss patterns in young females can improve understanding and treatment.

research Hairy Tongue Associated With the Use of Baricitinib Therapy for Ophiasis Pattern Alopecia Areata

December 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice”

A woman's hair grew back with baricitinib treatment, but she developed a temporary hairy tongue that was treated with regular tongue brushing.

research Ophiasis Pattern Alopecia Areata in an Infant

September 2023 in “Cureus”

Early recognition and treatment of atypical alopecia areata in infants are crucial.

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