Diffuse alopecia areata
What is Alopecia Areata?
OR diffuse alopecia is a form of hair loss characterized by uniform thinning of hair across the entire scalp. Unlike other forms of alopecia, such as androgenetic alopecia, diffuse alopecia is not limited to specific areas, but affects hair density overall.
Causes of Alopecia Areata
The appearance of diffuse alopecia can be attributed to various factors, such as:
- Physical or Emotional Stress: After serious illnesses, surgeries or intense emotional situations, the body may react with increased hair loss.
- Hormonal Disorders: Changes in hormone levels, such as during pregnancy, menopause, or thyroid problems, can affect the hair life cycle.
- Nutritional Deficiencies: A lack of essential nutrients, such as iron, zinc, and protein, can contribute to hair thinning.
- Pharmaceutical Treatments: Certain medications, such as antidepressants, anticoagulants, or cancer treatments, have hair loss as a possible side effect.
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Symptoms and Diagnosis
The main symptoms include:
- Generalized thinning of hair without specific patterns.
- Increased hair loss when washing or combing.
For diagnosis, the specialist doctor Our doctor will study the medical history, perform a clinical examination and, possibly, request laboratory tests to identify the causes.
Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Treatment aims to address the underlying causes:
- Stress Management: Relaxation techniques, such as yoga or meditation, can help reduce stress-related hair loss.
- Nutritional Support: Taking supplements or dietary changes to cover deficiencies.
- Hormone Regulation: Treatment to balance hormonal levels, if deemed necessary.
- Change in Pharmaceutical Treatment: In consultation with the treating physician, changing medications that cause hair loss may be considered.
- OR autologous PRP hair mesotherapy (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is an innovative approach to the treatment of alopecia areata. This method utilizes the patient's own plasma, enriched with platelets, to enhance the development of hair follicles and promote hair growth. Autologous PRP mesotherapy has been tested in cases of alopecia areata and is currently used with excellent results, either as a monotherapy or in combination with other treatments.
It is important to note that alopecia areata is usually reversible if the underlying causes are treated. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can contribute to the full restoration of hair growth.
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