Alopecia Areata Stress And Hair Loss

Alopecia areata stress and hair loss

        The origin of Alopecia areata is still poorly understood and can be very varied. Stress is often invoked as a triggering factor but studies are contradictory, particularly with regard to chronic stress. Severe stress or emotional distress that preceded the beginning of the alopecia areata. The stress would be a factor, among others, and not the direct cause. Viral or bacterial infections could be the cause of Alopecia areata. Either directly by stimulating or disturbing the immune system. Nervous factors may also intervene as local alterations of the peripheral nervous system.

        Physical trauma and / or chemicals are sometimes known as triggers of the alopecia areata as well as local injuries (cuts, scratches, use of hair products etc.).. Various other factors have been incriminated in the onset of Alopecia areata but remain marginal cases: vaccination, drugs, poisoning, and so on.

Alopecia areata stress and psychological support

        Most patients live normally with alopecia areata, they have no need of psychological care because it does not improve the prognosis of alopecia areata and does not heal it faster. The support of relatives, information and participation in support groups is still very helpful to understanding the disease. The help of a psychologist or psychiatrist is essential in patients who have difficulty living with their alopecia areata. Depression and certain mood disorders are more frequent in subjects with alopecia areata. Most people like to talk to others who are experiencing the same situation, it helps them to accept this condition.