Hair loss alopecia is a common problem and is often a major source of distress for patients. Pilosebaceous structures are replaced by fibrous tracts. Since the follicles are not destroyed in the nonscarring alopecias, there is potential for regrowth or return to normal hair density in these conditions. Hence the exact mechanisms that cause follicle stem cell destruction are not completely understood, and there is no cure as of this writing. The most common site affected is the scalp in the form of solitary or multiple patches of alopecia. Primary cicatricial alopecias are characterized by an inflammatory infiltrate affecting the upper, permanent portion of the follicle referred to as the infundibulum, and below it, the isthmus of the follicle. In addition, many hair shaft disorders can produce hair shaft fragility, resulting in different patterns of alopecia. In addition to hair loss, people with alopecia areata may develop fingernail or toenail abnormalities. Presentations ppt, key, pdf logging in or signing up. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition which causes patchy hair loss. A listing of alopecia medical research trials actively recruiting patient volunteers. Alopecia areata aa is a nonscarring autoimmune disease of the hair follicle that can present at any age. Alopecia areata aa is a common cause of non scarring alopecia that occurs in a patchy, confluent or diffuse pattern. Alopecia areata is a common cause of nonscarring does not cause scarring to the scalp hair loss that can occur at any age.
It may involve loss of hair from some or all areas of the body, usually from the scalp. In 12% of cases, the condition can spread to the entire scalp alopecia totalis or to the entire epidermis alopecia universalis. In alopecias, hair shedding occurs even before the anagen starts leaving the hair follicle empty kenogen. A small minority of patients lose all the hair on their head known as alopecia totalis or all the hair on their head and body alopecia universalis. Alopecia areata is a localized loss of hair in round alopecia areata, dermatology block 5. Alopecia presentation free download as powerpoint presentation. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. The alopecias are conventionally grouped into nonscarring and scarring categories. Sep 20, 2009 alopecia nora tabor slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising.
Garza department of dermatology, johns hopkins university school of medicine, baltimore, maryland 21287 correspondence. It also presents a clear classification of all the types of alopecia. Hereditary alopecias overview congenital alopecia occurs either at birth or within 24 weeks of life. Alopecia is a condition where patchy, confluent or diffuse pattern hair loss occurs from different areas of the body, usually from the scalp. Congenital alopecia is generally regarded as an uncommon cutaneous anomaly. The results may vary from patient to patient based of the clinical condition that they are suffering from. The differential diagnosis of alopecia includes both scarring and nonscarring alopecias. It is a type of alopecia known as scarring alopecia or cicatricial. Our powerpoint presentations have been created to raise awareness and increase understanding of alopecia areata. One study found no significant difference in the seroprevalence of h. Alopecia areata alopecia areata is the name given to describe a type of hair loss alopecia which is limited to specific patches of skin areata. Severity at presentation is the best indicator of longterm outcome. The annual incidence rate of lichen planopilaris lpp in 4 hair loss centers in the united states varied from 1.
Causes of hair loss and treatment options authorstream. He completed his high school only and was least interested in studying. Alopecia is simply defined as any type of hair loss. Patients may describe increased shedding and diffuse or localized alopecia. In normal healthy individuals, hair sheds out after the resting phase when the new hair anagen growth starts exogen. You could actually just be shedding more hairs than normal. Pediatric cases are commonly seen in a dermatology clinic, and management can. Mounsey, md, the university of north carolina, chapel hill, north carolina sean w.
Alopecia areata is a localized loss of hair in round. Minoxidil can also be used to treat femalepattern baldness. Some causes are considered natural, while others signal serious health problems. Trichoscopy is the term coined for dermoscopic imaging of the scalp and hair. Diagnosis and treatments provides a practical answer to most diagnostic and therapeutic matters related to the different types of alopecia physicians may encounter in daily practice. Dec 23, 2009 this process may be secondary, and due to numerous aetiologies, or primary, where the cause and pathogenesis are largely unknown, but the target is the hair follicle itself. Cristina rosario, in infection and autoimmunity second edition, 2015. Search for closest city to find more detailed information on a research study in your area. Alopecia areata hair loss ppt presentation a powerpoint presentation include brief description about entire disease condition. Many diagnoses, particularly the scarring alopecias, are more common in adults. Hair loss is a topic of enormous public interest and understanding the pathophysiology and treatment of various alopecias will likely make a large impact on patients lives. Reed, md, university of virginia, charlottesville, virginia h air loss.
However, in todays contemporary society, some patients are so troubled by hair loss they might trade wit for more hair if given the opportunity. The approach to, and evaluation of, an alopecia patient is thus highly dependent on his or her age. Alopecia areata aa including alopecia totalis at and alopecia universalis au a guide to wigs links to our downloaded pdf wig guide, and information on the nhs england wig report. It can result in a single bald patch or extensive patchy hair loss. Alopecia types definition of alopecia types by medical. The type and length of the hair depends on the anagen phase. Description hair loss occurs for a great many reasons, from conditions that make people literally pull it out to complete hair loss caused by the toxicity of cancer chemotherapy. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Essa regio afetada em todas as alopecias cicatriciais, levando destruio permanente do folculo com alopecia definitiva.
Alopecia areata aa is a nonscarring, autoimmune hair loss on the scalp, andor body. Malepattern baldness, dont need treatment because theyre a natural part of ageing and dont pose a risk to your health and if the hair loss is due to cosmetic reasons then two medications called finasteride and minoxidil can be used. Diagnosing and treating hair loss american academy of. Alopecia india pdf ppt case reports symptoms treatment. Alopecia areata the association of certified dermatology techs. Frontal fibrosing alopecia oxford university hospitals. Hair loss and alopecia introduction dermatology education. Alopecia areata the association of certified dermatology. The loss of hair may be complete and absolute, although these. Please take note that welcome cure platform is designed to provide general information on homeopathic treatment and any content on the website should not be used as substitute for. Descargue como ppt, pdf, txt o lea en linea desde scribd. Although it can occur anywhere on the body, it most commonly arises on the scalp and face.
Some scarring alopecias are more treatable than others and an early diagnosis from a dermatologist will provide the best chance of success. The literature contains the reports of many interesting and diversified cases reported under this title. Alopecia areata british association of dermatologists. Alopecia with a late onset may be more difficult to differentiate from endocrinopathies and other acquired alopecias. An ophiasis pattern occurs when the hair loss is localized to the sides and lower back of the scalp sisaipho ophiasis spelled backwards pattern occurs when hair loss spares the sides and back of the head alopecia totalis occurs with 100% hair loss on the scalp.
A 30 year old man suffering from hair fall visited me on 92011. If youve been noticing more hairs on your pillow or hairbrush than normal, you may worry that you have hair loss. It is probably more common than is generally believed. Alopecia areata presentation hair loss dermatology scribd. As well as severe disease, factors associated with a poorer prognosis include nail abnormalities, onset at a young age, extensive alopecia, involvement of the scalp margin, atopy and associated autoimmune disease. Permanent area of hair loss associated with destruction of hair follicles. Alopecia articles case reports symptoms treatment, india. Alopecia is a disorder that affects all patients, young and old.
Get a quick, expert overview of alopecia with this concise, practical resource. Slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Alopecia articles case reports symptoms treatment, uk. Ffa is a condition which causes hair loss, mainly over the hairline at the front of your head.
A free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on id. Most family doctors will have seen at least one case, and you probably know of a friend or family member who has had it. Alopecia areata presentation free download as powerpoint presentation. Alopecia definition alopecia simply means hair loss baldness. This process may be secondary, and due to numerous aetiologies, or primary, where the cause and pathogenesis are largely unknown, but the target is the hair follicle itself. Approach to ddiagnosis and managementiagnosis and management sshyam behari shrivastavahyam behari shrivastava abstract telogen ef. Shakespeare wrote, theres many a man has more hair than wit in the comedy of errors. Alopecia areata aa is a common nonscarring alopecia that occurs in 0. The exact cause of alopecia areata is unknown, but it seems to be caused by the immune system attacking the hair follicles by mistake. Hereditary alopecia can occur at an early age or may have a tardive onset.
Mariya miteva covers highinterest clinical topics including hair cosmeceuticals, new medications in clinical trials, offlabel treatment technologies, and much more. Alopecia nora tabor slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Download as ppt, pdf, txt or read online from scribd. Its caused when the immune system mistakenly attacks random groups of hair follicles.
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