10 Alopecia Symptoms

By christine

Reviewed: dr. vanta

Article Sources

1. 'Hair Loss Types: Alopecia Areata Signs and Symptoms.' American Academy of Dermatology, www.aad.org/public/diseases/hair-loss/types/alopecia/symptoms
2. 'Alopecia Areata.' National Alopecia Areata Foundation, www.naaf.org/alopecia-areata

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Graying or White Hair

Some individuals with alopecia notice when their hair regrows, it's white or gray. This has to do with the pigment in the hair follicles. There may not be anything a dermatologist or other medical specialist can do to manage hair whitening or graying.

However, there are a number of beauty products available that are designed to provide temporary or permanent hair color. These products may match the person's hair color or be a shade or two darker or lighter.

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