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Alopecia Areata: Esenciales: hojas informativas de fácil lectura

Last printed 07/2009

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Esta es una hoja informativa de fácil lectura acerca de la alopecia areata. Describe brevemente en qué consiste la enfermedad, sus causas y opciones de tratamiento. También incluye información acerca de las investigaciones que se están llevando a cabo sobre la alopecia areata patrocinadas por el Instituto Nacional de Artritis y Enfermedades Musculoesqueléticas y de la Piel de los Institutos Nacionales de la Salud y otros componentes del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos.

This fact sheet contains general information about alopecia areata (al-oh-PEE-shah ar-ee-AH-tah). It describes what alopecia is, its causes, and treatment options. Information is also provided on current research. If you have further questions after reading this fact sheet, you may wish to discuss them with your doctor.

Length: 4 pp.

Intended Audience:

  • General public
  • For medical & health professionals to share with patients

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This publication is in the public domain. It can be reproduced.

Size: 8 1/2 x 11

Language: Spanish


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