Rising Concerns Over Alopecia Areata: Beyond Hair Loss to Broader Health Impacts

SEOUL, Jan. 18  (Korea Bizwire) — Alopecia areata, a common autoimmune disorder causing sudden hair loss, is drawing heightened medical attention in South Korea due to its severe physical and psychological impacts. According to the Korean Hair Research Society (KHRS), approximately 180,000 patients sought treatment for alopecia areata in 2024, with severe cases affecting between 9,000 [...]