Are We Aware of Psychological Issues Associated with Alopecia Areata?

Abstract

Suchana Marahatta

Alopecia areata is an inflammatory hair disorder characterized by patchy areas of hair loss involving the scalp as well as other body hairs. Through hair is not a very vital structure functionally, it plays an important role in the appearance of an individual. Hence, patients with alopecia areata can have an enormous negative psychological impact. Many studies across the globe have found more than 50% of alopecia areata patients had a significant negative impact on their psyche. Treating dermatologists must be aware, and pay adequate attention to identify and assess these aspects of the disease so that it can be treated on time to maximize the treatment outcome.