More Than Hair Loss: 5 Symptoms of Alopecia Areata

When most people think of alopecia areata, they often think of someone with hair loss on their scalp. However, this autoimmune condition can also cause hair loss on the face and other parts of the body, as well as irregular nails. In this video, learn about the different symptoms of alopecia areata, according to Lindsey Bordone, MD, Dermatologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York

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Marisa Taylor Karas

Marisa Taylor Karas is a freelance journalist based in Brooklyn who has covered health, gender, and technology for 15 years. She previously worked at The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, and Al Jazeera America, among other publications, and also served as managing editor of the Mellon Foundation in New York City.

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Maria Robinson, MD, MBA

Maria Robinson, MD, MBA, is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist who has practiced dermatology and dermatopathology for over 10 years across private practice, academic, and telehealth settings. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatopathology.

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