Beard Alopecia: Causes and Remedies

What is that

Beard alopecia - also known as alopecia barbae - is a particular form of alopecia areata that affects the beard.
This disorder can occur both as a stand-alone event and in association with alopecia of the scalp. In fact, it has been estimated that when alopecia affects only the beard, within a year it also affects the scalp in at least 50% of cases.

Although beard alopecia is a benign phenomenon that does not cause serious consequences from a physical point of view, it can negatively affect the patient on a psychological level.

Incidence

Of course, beard alopecia occurs in male patients, but with a higher incidence in young individuals between the ages of 30 and 40.

Causes