Alopecia Areata
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Alopecia areata is a form of hair loss in which the immune system affects the hair follicles, causing hair to fall out in well-defined areas, usually rounded.
Frequent symptoms:
- Hairless areas with defined borders, on the scalp or beard.
- In some cases, changes in the nails.
Characteristics: the skin of the affected areas usually looks normal, without scaling or scarring; the course can vary over time.
When to see a doctor? An assessment is advisable when patches of hair loss appear or these change, to learn their cause.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist is the professional who studies hair and skin. Since there are different causes of hair loss, the most appropriate thing is for a specialist to evaluate the case and guide the corresponding follow-up.
Data on 4,234 doctors who treat alopecia areata
Which specialist treats alopecia areata?
Alopecia areata is evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in scalp conditions, who confirms the diagnosis and management options. A general practitioner can guide you in an initial visit. See this specialist if you notice hair loss in specific areas or patches.
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Doctors specialized in alopecia areata
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Victor Hugo Santos Diego
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Ariana Carrasco
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Frequently asked questions
What is alopecia areata?
Alopecia areata is a form of hair loss in which the immune system affects the hair follicles, causing hair to fall out in well-defined areas, usually rounded.
Which doctor treats alopecia areata?
Alopecia areata is evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in scalp conditions, who confirms the diagnosis and management options. A general practitioner can guide you in an initial visit. See this specialist if you notice hair loss in specific areas or patches.