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Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata

Key Takeaways

  • 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 cytotoxic T cells, particularly CD8+ T cells.
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Panelists discuss how alopecia areata (AA) is included in the differential diagnosis for hair loss conditions and how a definitive diagnosis is made through clinical evaluation and, when necessary, additional diagnostic tests.

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  • Mostaghimi: What is in your differential diagnose when considering AA?
    • How do you definitively diagnose it?

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