Frontal fibrosing alopecia
Frontal fibrosing alopecia (pronunciation: fron-tal fi-bro-sing al-o-pee-sha) is a type of alopecia that primarily affects post-menopausal women, although it can also occur in younger women and men.
Etymology
The term "frontal fibrosing alopecia" is derived from the Latin words "frontalis" meaning "of the forehead", "fibrosus" meaning "fibrous", and "alopecia" meaning "hair loss".
Definition
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a scarring alopecia, characterized by a symmetrical band of hair loss on the front and sides of the scalp. It is a progressive condition, meaning it worsens over time. The exact cause of frontal fibrosing alopecia is unknown, but it is thought to be related to the body's immune system attacking the hair follicles.
Symptoms
The main symptom of frontal fibrosing alopecia is a gradual thinning of the hairline at the front and sides of the scalp. Other symptoms can include loss of eyebrows, eyelashes, and other body hair, as well as redness and scaling around the hair follicles.
Related Terms
- Alopecia: General term for hair loss.
- Scarring alopecia: A group of rare disorders that destroy hair follicles.
- Post-menopausal: The period of a woman's life after she has stopped menstruating.
Treatment
Treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia aims to stop further hair loss and encourage the growth of new hair. This can include the use of medications such as corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, and hormone therapy. However, the effectiveness of these treatments varies and they may not work for everyone.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Frontal fibrosing alopecia
- Wikipedia's article - Frontal fibrosing alopecia
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