What in my environment can be causing alopecia areata?
Alopecia areata is classified as an autoimmune disease, but the cause is unknown. People who develop this type of baldness are generally in good health. Some scientists believe that some people are genetically predisposed to develop alopecia areata and that a trigger, such as a virus or something else in the environment, sets off the condition. A family history of alopecia areata makes you more likely to develop it. With alopecia areata, your hair generally grows back, but you may lose and regrow your hair a number of times. Other causes of temporary hair loss include: DISEASE. Diabetes, lupus and thyroid disorders can cause hair loss. Poor nutrition. Having inadequate protein or iron in your diet or poor nourishment in other ways can cause you to experience hair loss. Fad diets, crash diets and certain illnesses, such as eating disorders, can cause poor nutrition. Medications. Certain drugs used to treat gout, arthritis, depression, heart problems and high blood pressure may cause hai
