Schwartz R A, Janniger C K
New Jersey Medical School, Newark 07103-2714, USA.
Cutis. 1997 May;59(5):238-41.
Alopecia areata is a frequent and physiologically compelling form of hair loss. It is most common in children and young adults, but can affect people of any age. Although it is usually limited to patches on the scalp, it may involve the entire scalp and other hair-bearing regions of the body. It may be associated with autoimmune disorders, especially of the thyroid. Its effective treatment often poses a difficult challenge.
斑秃是一种常见且在生理上令人困扰的脱发形式。它在儿童和年轻人中最为常见，但可影响任何年龄段的人。虽然它通常局限于头皮上的斑块，但可能会累及整个头皮以及身体其他有毛发的部位。它可能与自身免疫性疾病有关，尤其是甲状腺疾病。其有效治疗常常构成一项艰巨挑战。
