The singer was diagnosed with the same condition as her twin sister
First it was singer Maraisa, now twin sister Maiara says she has been diagnosed with alopecia. The condition not only harms hair health, but also affects self-esteem. The term is broad in medicine and encompasses any type of hair loss, including body hair.
Like duo sertaneja, alopecia areata, one of the most common forms of this condition, affects 1% to 2% of the Brazilian population, according to the Ministry of Health. That is, more than 4 million people. Incidentally, the disease can occur at any age, although in 60% of cases the carriers are under 20 years old.
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Patrícia Marques, trichologist specialized in hair health, explains that in addition to alopecia areata, other common forms of alopecia are male and female pattern baldness, telogen effluvium and frontal fibrosing alopecia, an autoimmune disease that has increased a lot in recent years. years. “The causes of alopecia, in all its forms, are very varied, some even unknown, and pass through hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, autoimmune reactions, use of drugs, genetic factors, surgery and other diseases, and can also be excessive hair pulling caused by styling or megahair”He says.
The symptoms are also different, such as hair thinning and decrease in density, in the case of baldness. Localized falls are common in alopecia areata. When it comes to traction alopecia, hair loss in the forehead area and frontal fibrosing alopecia. Finally, total loss of both hair and body hair, when it comes to alopecia areata universalis.
Marques, who is also a plastic surgeon, says the disease manifests itself in different ways, so diagnosing it is quite complicated. “Correct and early diagnosis is a great ally in the treatment of alopecia. mBut remember that not all hair loss is severe and permanent. Acute telogen effluvium, for example, is temporary and presents a spontaneous improvement, therefore, when you notice any capillary alteration, whether in volume, sagging or quality, it is advisable to consult a trichologist”. alert.
According to the specialist, in addition to the visual evaluation, tests with a special magnifying glass or even laboratory tests and biopsy can help. Therefore, it is important to see a doctor as soon as possible for an accurate diagnosis.
Source: Terra
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