Anatomy & SciencesQuestion 40 of 484
Sudden, well-defined round patches of complete hair loss without scarring most likely indicate:
a.Androgenetic alopecia
b.Tinea capitis
c.Telogen effluvium
d.Alopecia areata
Explanation
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing sudden round patches of hair loss with smooth, non-scarred scalp. It warrants medical referral.
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