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Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition that causes sudden hair loss, often in small patches. It can affect both the scalp and other body parts. Early identification of its symptoms can help in effective management and treatment.
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Small, round bald patches on the scalp or other areas are the most common signs.
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Rapid hair loss can occur over a short period, often in clumps.
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Loss of hair from eyebrows or eyelashes may be an early indication.
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Tiny dents or grooves on the nails often accompany alopecia.
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Hair loss isn't limited to the scalp and may affect the beard, arms, or legs.
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Some people feel itching or burning sensations in the affected areas before hair loss.
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Hair regrowth may start with white or grey strands in bald patches.
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A broadening hair part could be a subtle sign of the condition.
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In rare cases, it can advance to complete baldness, termed Alopecia Universalis.
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