Types of Alopecia
Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata, the most common variation of the autoimmune disease, presents itself as round, smooth patches of various sizes.
Alopecia Areata Totalis
Alopecia areata totalis presents itself as total loss of hair on the scalp
Alopecia universalis
Alopecia universalis is the rarest form of alopecia areata and presents itself as the loss of hair over the entire scalp and body
Onset of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata (al-oh-PEE-shah air-ee-ah-tah) is a highly unpredictable, autoimmune skin disease resulting in the loss of hair on the scalp and elsewhere on the body. It usually starts with one or more small, round, smooth patches. This common but very challenging and capricious disease affects approximately 2% of the population overall, including more than 5 million people in the United States alone.
Elizabeth Ashley Invisible Lace Systems: In general, treatments are much less effective for extensive alopecia areata (particularly alopecia totalis/universalis). For this reason, an attractive wig is an important option for some people. Proper attention will make a quality wig look completely natural; every wig has to be cut, thinned and styled, often several times. To keep a net base wig from falling off, even during active sports, special double sided tape or a medical safe adhesive can be purchased at Elizabeth Ashley.
