MCC of non scarring alopecia

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lucci
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10/03/06 - 03:43 PM

What is the most common cause of non scarring alopecia on a young girl ?
A. -Alopecia Areata
B. -Tinea Capitis
C. -Chemotherapy

saadtazjam
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10/03/06 - 07:53 PM

A.?

lucci
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10/03/06 - 11:06 PM

I was thinking of the same answer: Alopecia areata, but I was not sure of it.

Thanks.

tolito
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10/05/06 - 01:01 AM

is alopecia areata seen in young girls?? i thought it was an adult problem? sad

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krsna
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10/05/06 - 01:21 AM

alopecia areata is seen mostly in children and young adults.

correct me if im wrong.

tolito
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10/05/06 - 10:34 AM

ok. thanks.

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