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What is alopecia areata? Alopecia areata is a form of alopecia (hair loss). It’s a non-life-threatening disease of your immune system that affects the hair on your scalp. With this condition, your body mistakenly views your hair follicles as an enemy. Your body attacks the hair follicles. This causes some or all of your hair […]https://familydoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/graphics.png260260