Alopecia areata, also known as "spot baldness," is a condition where hair falls out in clumps without warning. In severe cases, patients may lose patches of hair and become bald. Eyebrows and eyelashes are also affected.

　　Hair loss is already very common among young people in their twenties.

　　Alopecia areata, also known as "spot baldness," is a condition where hair falls out in clumps without warning. In severe cases, patients may lose patches of hair and become bald. Eyebrows and eyelashes are also affected.

　　Hair loss is now commonplace among young people in their twenties, and eight out of ten hair loss sufferers experience significant psychological burdens, especially those experiencing a concentrated period of stress. Dermatologists say that young people around 20 to 30 years old may develop alopecia areata due to stress during their career development, prolonged computer use, staying up late, and social engagements.

　　Dermatologists have conducted statistics showing that the average age of patients with seborrheic alopecia is 27 years old, accounting for 70% of those with hair loss. They are mainly people who work in high-pressure jobs such as IT, real estate, and sales, and who need to stay up late.

　　Causes of baldness in young and middle-aged people

　　1. High stress, staying up late, and eating too much oily food are the three major causes of hair loss.

　　2. Eating too much oily food can cause excessive scalp oil, which can hinder hair metabolism and nutrient absorption, leading to hair loss.

　　3. Wash your hair twice a week.

　　4. The water temperature for washing your hair should be around 40℃.

　　Three-step treatment for alopecia areata

　　First: Dietary therapy

　　A diverse diet is essential to overcome and correct unhealthy eating habits. Oily skin conditions are closely related to diet; therefore, dietary therapy plans should be developed based on the specific symptoms and type of the local skin lesions.

　　This condition typically affects young adults and is often related to emotional distress. Therefore, in addition to maintaining emotional balance, calming and soothing foods such as lily bulbs, lotus seeds, and jujube seeds should be consumed. Patients with insufficient essence and blood should eat more protein-rich foods that nourish essence and blood, such as sea cucumber and walnuts.

　　Second: Lifestyle adjustments

　　To maintain good hair hygiene, avoid using soaps that are too alkaline to wash your hair, and do not overuse hair care products. After a haircut, minimize the use of hair dryers and hair dyeing.

　　Third: Mental well-being

　　Pay attention to balancing work and rest, maintain a cheerful mood, and avoid worry, pessimism, and anger. After discovering this disease, you should have confidence and patience in the treatment process. Prescription medications should not be changed frequently. You should abide by the law and prescription, persist in treatment, and not be impatient or irritable.