Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease that results in the loss of hair on the scalp and elsewhere. It usually starts with one or more small, round, smooth patches. It occurs in males and females of all ages and races, but onset most often occurs in childhood. It is estimated that approximately two percent of the population will be affected at some point in their lives.(www.naaf.org, National Alopecia Areata Foundation USA )

Articles and helpful links


The NAAF and help with Alopecia Areata (USA)

http://www.skincarecampaign.org/

http://www.embarrassingproblems.com/