The different types of alopecia include:
Androgenetic alopecia – most common form of alopecia that is caused by genes
Involutional alopecia – naturally occurs with age
Alopecia areata – autoimmune skin disease that causes hair loss
Scarring alopecia – also known as cicatricial alopecia, the loss of hair is accompanied by scarring
Telogen effluvium – form of temporary alopecia that is caused by a change in the body that triggers the shedding or thinning of hair
To determine which type of alopecia you have, we recommend visiting an experienced dermatologist for a professional diagnosis. Contact us today to set up an appointment at the Center of Surgical Dermatology for alopecia diagnosis and treatment in Westerville, OH.