This image displays a round area of hair loss with fine regrowth due to alopecia areata. Nails may have a stippled "beaten copper" appearance with alopecia areata. Alopecia areata typically presents with sudden circular areas of hair loss without any other skin changes. This image displays hair follicles that are still present with some starting to regrow hair with slender, short stubs. With alopecia areata, tiny "exclamation point hairs" can often be seen in the center of the bald spot. This image displays a normal, healthy scalp with alopecia areata.
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Hair Loss (Alopecia Areata)  Teen information

Picture of Hair Loss (Alopecia Areata): This image displays a round area of hair loss with fine regrowth due to alopecia areata. Divider line
This image displays a round area of hair loss with fine regrowth due to alopecia areata.
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Who's At Risk
Hair loss can occur in anyone at any age, though people with other autoimmune disorders are more commonly affected. Examples of some conditions that are associated with hair loss include lupus, vitiligo, and thyroid disease.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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