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Alopecia
Pronunciation
Definition 1
The lack or loss of hair from areas of the body where hair is usually found. Alopecia can be a side effect of some cancer treatments. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
Hair loss usually from the scalp. It may result in bald spots or spread to the entire scalp or the entire epidermis. It may be androgenetic or caused by chemotherapeutic agents, compulsive hair pulling, autoimmune disorders, and congenital conditions. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 3
A disorder characterized by a decrease in density of hair compared to normal for a given individual at a given age and body location. (NCI Thesaurus/CTCAE)
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