Alopecia: what is it and how is it treated?

Alopecia is a generic term used to describe all types of hair loss on the body, particularly on the scalp. When this loss becomes significant and continues over time, it becomes a source of concern and insecurity for both men and women — who can also be affected (in which case it is referred to as “female alopecia”). Read this article to discover all the essential information about alopecia: the various causes of hair loss, the symptoms to look out for, and the possible treatments to help slow shedding and encourage regrowth.