Alopecia Areata
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Patchy, non-scarring hair loss in normal looking skin. Most patients have small, localized patches. Some have widespread involvement. Can be associated with hypothyroidism.
Diagnosis
Clinical appearance. Biopsy confirmatory.
Pathology
Lymphocytic attack on the hair follicle (“swarm of bee’s” appearance on path) of unknown etiology.
Principles of Therapy
Topical or intralesional steroids are first line treatments.
Category: Dermatology Notes
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