When it comes to hair loss, we're often at the mercy of our genetics and/or hormonal changes. However, these aren't the only causes of hair loss. One type of hair loss, traction alopecia, is actually ...

This article was reviewed by Knox Beasley, MD. Retrograde alopecia is a form of hair loss characterized by the gradual thinning or recession of hair at the nape of the neck or the sides of the scalp.

Dr. Crystal Aguh’s research shows promising results for reversing “devastating” hair loss. Alopecia, a general term used to describe hair loss, impacts Black women disproportionately. Nearly half of ...

Alopecia areata is a chronic autoimmune disorder causing non-scarring hair loss due to immune system attacks on hair follicles. Breakdown of immune privilege in hair follicles leads to infiltration by ...

Alopecia areata causes hair loss on the scalp or other body parts such as the eyebrows. New treatments like Olumiant offer hope for some people. This FDA-approved medicine works in unique ways to help ...

This article was reviewed by Sara Harcharik Perkins, MD. Key Takeaways: A widening hair part is a common early sign of female ...

Living withalopecia areata (AA), an incurable, sometimes-lifelong form of hair loss, can bring about significant emotional distress. Alopecia areata can be absolutely devastating for patients and ...

Treating hair loss is multifaceted. Here's what a dermatologist needs you to know.

Waking up to find clumps of hair on your pillow or discovering smooth, round patches where thick hair once grew can be absolutely devastating. This jarring experience affects millions of people ...

Shamsha Damani has lived with alopecia areata since she was six, which turned into alopecia universalis in 2013. She's a fierce advocate for those with alopecia areata and currently serves on the ...

Nicole Friedland (Merrill ’89, community studies) and Brett King (Crown ’92, chemistry) at the 40th Annual National Alopecia Areata Conference in Chicago. For millions of people worldwide, alopecia ...