alopecia barbae or something normal?!
Question: Alopecia barbae or something normal?
i think it is alopecia as my grandfather stressed and had it very badly and i started getting the first patch after a day of great stress.
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It does sound more like alopecia I agree. This is auto immune and these type of conditions do sometimes run in families. Bad news there is absolutely no useful treatment, good news it does usually burn out and stop happening after a while.
GP for more years than I care to remember
Alopecia areata can happen on the face as well as the more common scalp. If it always regrows and you shave, it may not be very obvious and so treatment may not be worth it. If you have a very dark beard and it is obvious, you may want treatment. Also seek treatment if it starts happening elsewhere. Often will screen for thyroid problems in those with alopecia areata. See the dermatologist if needed.