Alopecia of scalp
Information about Alopecia of scalp.
What is Alopecia of scalp?
Alopecia of scalp is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Alopecia of scalp that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Alopecia of scalp
The following conditions have been associated with Alopecia of scalp. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Omenn syndrome
An inflammatory condition characterized by erythroderma, desquamation, alopecia, chronic diarrhea, failure to thrive, ly...
Sotos syndrome
Sotos syndrome is a rare multisystemic genetic disorder characterized by a typical facial appearance, overgrowth of the ...
Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch syndrome
Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch syndrome is a very rare disorder with features of premature aging recognizable at birth, decreas...
trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type II
Langer-Giedon syndrome, also known as trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type 2, is a very rare, genetic, multiple congenita...
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Alopecia of scalp is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.