Australia Alopecia Areata Foundation
About
Our Mission
• To support research into a cure or acceptable treatment for Alopecia Areata.
• Provide support to those with all forms of Alopecia Areata, and their families; and
• Inform the public and create awareness of Alopecia Areata
Our Service philosophy
To give each person the best chance of managing their Alopecia Areata journey positively, the whole family and each individual needs to be supported to manage their unique experience. By reducing the financial and emotional stress and enabling children, young people, adults and their support networks to develop their strengths and skills, AAAF assists the whole family to achieve that positive journey.
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What is alopecia?
Alopecia areata is disease that affects the hair follicles, which are part of
the skin from which hairs grow. In most cases, hair falls out in small, round
patches.
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease. Normally the immune…
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Why is my 14 year old son losing hair?
Hair loss can ‘just happen’ or it may be linked to some medical conditions or use of medicines. It can be patchy or widespread, and may range from mild to severe.
There are many possible…
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When will my hair stop falling out? Will it grow back?
There are many reason why hair falls out. But clumps of hair loss may be a sign of a more serious medical condition. Hair loss can also be the cause of some common skin complaints,…
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How is alopecia diagnosed/tested?
Alopecia Areata can diagnosed by looking at the hair loss. I the patch of hair loss is expanding, the doctor may pull out a few hairs. These hairs will be looked at under a microscope.…
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Where do I get help if I suspect having alopecia?
To determine if your hair loss is any form of Alopecia Areata you should seek medical advice from a GP, Dermatologist or Trichologist, as there are many forms of hair loss. Once confirmed reach…
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