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.

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 ...

Can stress cause hair loss? Hair grows in cycles, alternating between growth, rest, and shedding phases. Stress can disrupt this natural cycle, pushing more hair follicles into the shedding phase ...

Alopecia areata is a common hair loss condition. It affects people of all ages, races, and genders. People with alopecia areata usually experience patchy hair loss. The hair may grow back on its own, ...

Marissa Joseph, MD, MSc, FRCPC, medical director at Women’s College Hospital in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, highlighted cases from her practice to illustrate the recommended approach to scarring ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Alopecia Universalis (AU) stands as one of the most severe forms of hair loss, yet it remains shrouded in mystery. This condition doesn’t just result in the loss of scalp hair but ...

There’s no such thing as an ‘alopecia diet,’ but the foods you’re eating can help or hurt your symptoms. If you have alopecia, certain lifestyle changes alongside standard treatments can help you ...

Hair loss is a highly sensitive issue for many individuals. Since a person’s face plays a crucial role in their identity and self-presentation, any noticeable facial changes can feel intrusive. Hair ...

Research suggests that up to 68% of people with alopecia areata may experience mental health symptoms, most commonly anxiety or depression. Coping strategies that may support your emotional well-being ...