Ophiasis L63.2

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

alopecia areata; Ophiasis type of Alopecia areata; Type Ophiasis

Definition
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Special form of alopecia areata with localisation of the focus in the peripheral areas of the hairline, i.e. in the neck, at the temples or, more rarely, in the forehead area. Frequently, wave-like or snake-like (ophiasis of snake-like) limiting patterns result from the special type of hair loss.

Therapy
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According to the alopecia areata.

Progression/forecast
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Significantly less favourable than in the case of alopecia areata of the "non-ophiasis type"; tendency to progression.

Outgoing links (1)

Alopecia areata (overview);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020