Alopecia
A noncongenital process of hair loss, which may progress to partial or complete baldness.
Also called: Hair loss.
Conditions associated with alopecia
The following conditions have been associated with alopecia in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Addison disease
Addison disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
African trypanosomiasis
African trypanosomiasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alstrom syndrome
A multisystemic disorder characterized by cone-rod dystrophy, hearing loss, obesity, insulin resistance and hy...
Autoimmune hypoparathyroidism
Autoimmune hypoparathyroidism is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia
Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated wi...
Biotinidase deficiency
Biotinidase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chronic graft versus host disease
Chronic graft versus host disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Classic mycosis fungoides
Classic mycosis fungoides is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cronkhite-Canada syndrome
Cronkhite-Canada syndrome (CCS) is a rare gastrointestinal (GI) polyposis syndrome characterized by the associ...
Cushing syndrome due to bilateral macronodular adrenocortical disease
Cushing syndrome due to bilateral macronodular adrenocortical disease is a medical condition that may be assoc...
Deficiency in anterior pituitary function-variable immunodeficiency syndrome
Deficiency in anterior pituitary function-variable immunodeficiency syndrome is a medical condition that may b...
Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hypothyroidism
A condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone, slowing metabolism and affecti...
Iron Deficiency
A common cause of anemia in which the body lacks enough iron to make hemoglobin. It can result from blood loss...
Jeffries-Lakhani neurodevelopmental syndrome
Jeffries-Lakhani neurodevelopmental syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Juvenile dermatomyositis
Juvenile dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Leigh syndrome
Leigh syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Leprosy
Leprosy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Male Hypogonadism
A condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone, causing low energy, reduced libido, and mo...
Mendez-Johnson immunoneurologic syndrome
Mendez-Johnson immunoneurologic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Methotrexate toxicity
Methotrexate toxicity is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Microcephalic osteodysplastic primordial dwarfism types I and III
Microcephalic osteodysplastic primordial dwarfism types I and III is a medical condition that may be associate...
Mixed connective tissue disease
Mixed connective tissue disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Monosomy X syndrome
Monosomy X syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Mosaic monosomy X syndrome
Mosaic monosomy X syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Netherton syndrome
Netherton syndrome (NS) is a skin disorder characterized by congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma (CIE), a dis...
Omenn syndrome
An inflammatory condition characterized by erythroderma, desquamation, alopecia, chronic diarrhea, failure to ...
Omenn syndrome
Omenn syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus
Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
A hormonal disorder common in reproductive-age women, causing irregular periods, excess androgen, and ovarian ...
Progeria-short stature-pigmented nevi syndrome
Progeria-short stature-pigmented nevi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Relapsing polychondritis
Relapsing polychondritis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Severe generalized junctional epidermolysis bullosa
Severe generalized junctional epidermolysis bullosa is a medical condition that may be associated with various...
Steinert myotonic dystrophy
Steinert myotonic dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Stolerman neurodevelopmental syndrome
Stolerman neurodevelopmental syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Systemic sclerosis
Systemic sclerosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate alopecia
When investigating alopecia, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Anti-dsDNA Antibodies
Supports diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Celiac Disease Panel
Screens for markers of celiac disease including tTG-IgA....
Complete Blood Count Test Cbc Test With Differential
A Complete Blood Count (CBC) test helps to give an overall view of general health and screens for a broad scop...
Comprehensive Male Hormone Blood Test Panel
This 18-test panel for men gives a broader scope of hormone levels & blood work to help determine factors asso...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Dehydroepiandrosterone Dhea Blood Test
This blood test measures levels of the sex steroid & hormone Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). It's used to evalu...
Dehydroepiandrosterone Dhea Sulfate Test
This blood test measures levels of DHEA Sulfate. This test is used to evaluate overall adrenal health and to e...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Feeling unusually sensitive to cold temperatures, which can be a sign of a slow metabolism such as hypothyroid...
Infertility
The inability to conceive after a year of trying, which can be related to many factors in either partner....
Low Mood
Persistent sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness, which is a core symptom of depression....
Pale Skin
Unusually light or pale skin that can be a sign of anemia, reduced blood flow, or low blood pressure....
Swollen Lymph Nodes
Enlarged lymph nodes that can occur with infection, immune reactions, or certain cancers....
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if alopecia is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom alopecia mean?
Alopecia is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A noncongenital process of hair loss, which may progress to partial or complete baldness.
Which conditions are associated with alopecia?
Alopecia has been reported in association with 55 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Addison disease, African trypanosomiasis, Alstrom syndrome, Autoimmune hypoparathyroidism, Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about alopecia?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.