Understanding Alopecia Areata by Kailash Chari https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v en-us 2025-03-24 23:42:53 UTC 2025-03-25 00:13:47 UTC hello@padlet.com TREATMENT charikailash https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380276323     There is no cure, but treatments may help manage symptoms

  1. Corticosteroids - topical, injectable, or oral medications to reduce inflammation

  2. Minoxidil (Rogaine) -can promote hair regrowth

  3. Immunotherapy -topical agents that trigger an allergic rash to restart hair growth

  4. JAK inhibitors - a newer class of drugs and shows promise in treating moderate to severe cases

  5. Wigs or head coverings for cosmetic support and confidence

]]> 2025-03-24 23:50:25 UTC https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380276323 SYMPTOMS charikailash https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380277256

  • Sudden, round patches of hair loss on the scalp or other parts of the body

  • Tingling or itching in the area before hair falls out

  • Changes in fingernails or toenails (pitting, ridges, or thinning)

  • Hair may grow back and fall out again unpredictably

    • ]]>     2025-03-24 23:51:15 UTC https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380277256     CAUSES charikailash https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380277980

  • Autoimmune disorder - the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles

  • Genetics - family history can increase the risk

  • Environmental triggers - stress, illness, or viral infections may contribute

  • Not contagious and not caused by diet or poor hair care

    • ]]>     2025-03-24 23:51:57 UTC https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380277980     DIAGNOSIS charikailash https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380278512

  • Physical examination by a doctor or dermatologist

  • Scalp biopsy may be done to rule out other causes of hair loss

  • Blood tests might be used to check for related autoimmune conditions example - thyroid issues

    • ]]>     2025-03-24 23:52:33 UTC https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380278512     charikailash https://padlet.com/charikailash/9375h3cy2tcro35v/wish/3380279788 Sources

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