Alopecia universalis
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Alopecia universalis is an uncommon form of alopecia areata.[2] Alopecia areata is hair loss of unknown cause, characterized by round patches of complete baldness.[3] Alopecia universalis, which presents itself as the loss of hair over the entire scalp and body, is an autoimmune disease, in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the hair follicles. While there is neither a cure for alopecia areata nor drugs approved for its treatment, some people find that medications approved for other purposes can help hair grow back, at least temporarily.[1] Since the hair follicles of individuals with alopecia universalis remain alive, hair regrowth may occur even without treatment and even after many years.[2]
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National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF)
14 Mitchell Boulevard
San Rafael CA 94903
Telephone: 415-472-3780
Fax: 415-472-5343
E-mail: info@naaf.org
Web site: www.naaf.org
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