Loss of hair; Alopecia; Baldness; Telogen effluvium
Hair loss from menopause or childbirth often returns to normal 6 months to 2 years later.
For hair loss due to illness (such as fever),
Hair weaves, hair pieces, or changes of hair...
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Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Article updated and reviewed by Michael S. Lehrer, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania on April... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Alopecia areata is a condition that causes round patches of hair loss, and can lead to total hair loss.Alternative NamesAlopecia totalis; Alopecia... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Partial or complete loss of hair is called alopecia.Alternative NamesLoss of hair; Alopecia; Baldness; Telogen effluviumConsiderationsHair loss... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
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