🔅 ALOPECIA AREATA
– This is a condition where the immune system attacks the hair follicles (the structures that produce hair), causing hair loss in patches on the scalp or other parts of the body.
– The cause of alopecia areata is unknown, but it may be triggered by stress, infections, genetics, or environmental factors.
– The symptoms of alopecia areata include sudden hair loss in round or oval patches that may be smooth or scaly; itching or burning sensation on the affected areas; nail changes (such as pitting or ridging); or emotional distress.
– The diagnosis of alopecia areata is based on the medical history, physical examination, scalp biopsy (taking a tissue sample from the scalp), or blood tests (to rule out other causes of hair loss).
– The treatment of alopecia areata depends on the extent and severity of hair loss, but it may involve medications (such as corticosteroids injections or topical creams), light therapy (using ultraviolet rays to stimulate hair growth), immunotherapy (using chemicals to induce an allergic reaction on the scalp), or hair transplantation (surgically moving hair from one part of the scalp to another).
– The prevention of alopecia areata is not possible in most cases, but it may help to reduce stress and avoid trauma to the scalp.
– The dietary recommendations for alopecia areata are not specific, but they may include: eating a balanced diet that provides enough protein, iron, zinc, biotin, and vitamin D; avoiding foods that may cause allergies or inflammation (such as gluten or dairy); and taking supplements if needed.
