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Alopecia Areata

An autoimmune condition that causes patchy hair loss is called alopecia areata. It can also cause alopecia totalis, which is complete hair loss in the scalp, or alopecia universalis, hair loss in the entire body. Treatment is done with corticosteroids and drugs that suppress the immune system.

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Is baldness really hereditary?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 20 years old. My hair is getting thin. As my father is bald, I fear that I will also get bald. Also, I want to improve my skin texture. Please help.  Read Full »

Dr. Raman Kaushik

Dr. Raman Kaushik

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is well known that baldness or alopeciahave a strong genetic connection. Hair fall and losing hair texture is also very common after the age of adolescent due to androgen (androgenic alopecia). Hair fallis also triggered by an unhealthy and stressful lifestyle. Follow...  Read Full »

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