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Course of the condition

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The course of alopecia varies with its cause and the timing of diagnosis:

  • Some forms, such as certain types of effluvium, are temporary and reversible.
  • Others may progress slowly over many years.
  • If scarring alopecias are left untreated, the follicles may be irreversibly destroyed.

So it is important to recognise warning signs:

  • Rapid loss of hair density.
  • Appearance of bald patches.
  • Signs of scalp inflammation.
  • Sudden changes in hair growth, such as thinning, increased fragility or an altered hair pattern.

Early diagnosis makes it possible to distinguish between benign processes, chronic conditions and those requiring urgent treatment. An individual plan can also be prepared to slow hair loss, preserve functioning follicles and promote recovery whenever possible.

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Published: 13 May 2026
Updated: 13 May 2026

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