alopecia

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It’s unclear whether an increasing number of people are experiencing hair loss, although some researchers say lifestyle and dietary habits can bring on early onset androgenetic alopecia.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

The winner of this year's Great British Bake Off has said living with alopecia has "changed her perception of beauty".

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

Androgenetic alopecia develops gradually over time and is influenced by both genetic and hormonal factors.

From Science Daily • Oct. 10, 2025

Pinkett Smith has been public about her alopecia since 2018, when she first mentioned the diagnosis during her family’s series, “Red Table Talk.”

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2022

When hair-bearing areas are affected, epilation may occur without destroying the hair follicles and the hairs are reproduced, but if the reaction is excessive permanent alopecia may result.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis