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Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Management Strategies of Alopecia in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review

Year: 2026

Type: review

Abstract: Background: Hair loss disorders, such as alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia, are prevalent conditions that significantly impact individuals’ physical appearance and psychological well-being. Methods: We followed Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. We searched PubMed, Google Scholar, and Saudi journals using relevant terms. Eleven studies met the inclusion criteria. Results: Prevalence of hair loss ranged from 13.8% to 71.3%. Key risk factors included stress, vitamin D deficiency, metabolic syndrome, autoimmune disease, and COVID-19. Only 35% sought medical advice. Use of low-dose oral minoxidil was limited. Conclusion Hair loss is common in Saudi Arabia and often goes untreated. Public education, improved access to care, and future research are needed.

Source: International journal of Nutrition Pharmacology Neurological Diseases

DOI: 10.4103/ijnpnd.ijnpnd_145_25

Authors: Turki S. Alabood, Hamad Alhomuidi, Sarah M. Tawashi, Sadeem Asali, Fakhr Al-Ayoubi, Ahmad Almeman, Ali Saleh Alkhoshaiban, Yaman Walid Kassab, Nishi Ann, Youssef Obaeed Alharbi

Institutions: Qassim University, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, King Saud Medical City, King Saud University, King Khalid University Hospital, Al-Bayan University, National University of Science and Technology, Providence Women's College (Autonomous)

Language: English

Topic: Hair Growth and Disorders

Subfield: Urology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7135228248

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