Diffuse Alopecia

Özet

Hair loss is a common health problem. It leads to serious anxiety and emotional stress in patients. Changes in hair cycle are responsible for the pathogenesis of diffuse alopecia. Diffuse alopecia is categorized into two groups, namely anagen effluvium and telogen effluvium, according to affected hair. Detailed history, dermatological examination, and laboratory investigations, if needed, are important for diagnosis. In this review, diffuse alopecia has been discussed, along with its diagnosis and treatment.