Synonym(s)
alopecia areata; Ophiasis type of Alopecia areata; Type Ophiasis
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Special form of alopecia areata with localisation of the focus in the peripheral areas of the hairline, i.e. in the neck, at the temples or, more rarely, in the forehead area. Frequently, wave-like or snake-like (ophiasis of snake-like) limiting patterns result from the special type of hair loss.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
According to the alopecia areata.
Progression/forecastThis section has been translated automatically.
Significantly less favourable than in the case of alopecia areata of the "non-ophiasis type"; tendency to progression.
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Alopecia areata (overview);Disclaimer
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