[ALO-2] Alopecia: What People Don't See

Hair thinning

What people see

Hair loss

Itching, burning, or tingling on the scalp

Eye irritation

What people don’t see

Effects on mental health or body image

Nail changes

Hair thinning

Thinning means your hair becomes less thick and full over time. You may notice your hair looks flatter, your scalp shows more, or your ponytail feels smaller than before.

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Effects on mental health or body image

Hair loss can affect how a person feels about their appearance. Some people may feel sad, stressed, embarrassed, or less confident because of changes in their hair.

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Eye irritation

Loss of the eyelashes or eyebrows can make the eyes feel dry, itchy, or irritated. The eyes may also be more sensitive to dust, wind, or light.

Itching, burning, or tingling on the scalp

Some people feel itching, burning, or tingling on their scalp where hair loss happens. These feelings may come and go both before and during hair loss.

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Hair loss

Depending on the type of alopecia you have, hair falls out and leaves small or large bald spots on the scalp or other parts of the body.

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Nail changes

Alopecia can sometimes cause changes in the fingernails or toenails. Nails may develop small dents, ridges, and rough spots or become thin and brittle.