Hair Loss Glossary - Alopecia Marginalis

Alopecia Marginalis

Hair loss primarily at the hairline and temples which is usually caused by continued traction from braids or hair extensions. If condition persists over a length of time, hair loss may become permanent even when braiding is discontinued. Other causes of hair loss occurring in this distribution include a hereditary thinning in the area (unrelated to trauma) and follicular degeneration syndrome.