VOL. II · ISSUE 08 · August 2026 PEER REVIEWED · CLINICALLY VERIFIED
ISSN · DV-2026

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DermaVue Clinical Insights

The definitive record of dermatological science in South Asia, published by board-certified physicians across Kerala & Tamil Nadu.

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VOL. II NO. 08 Evidence Expert

EDITOR'S ANALYSIS

Alopecia Areata: Why Patches Appear and What Treatment Options Exist

Alopecia areata is one of the most distressing hair loss conditions a patient can experience because it appears suddenly, with no obvious cause, and can affect any area of the scalp or body. It is also one of the most misunderstood. This post explains what is actually happening when patches appear, what drives the condition, and what treatment options are available for Indian patients.

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Published 16 Aug 2026 · 13 min read
Dermatologist at DermaVue clinic examining a patient with alopecia areata hair loss patches during a consultation

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acne

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The Editorial Board

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MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Dr. Rejeesh M. Menon

MD · Faculty, WSU ESFCOM

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Dr. Sarath Chandran

MD DVL · IADVL Registered

SENIOR DERMATOLOGIST

Dr. Minu Liz Mathew

MBBS, MD DVL · RealSelf Recognized

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