1. Nick Powers
11/14/11
D Block

2. Definition-Alopecia areata is a disease in which the
immune system’s white blood cells mistakenly attack
the growing cells in your hair follicles.

3. Quote/Statistic-Alopecia Areata affects more than 5
million people in the United States of America.

4. •Burning
•Itching
•Hair falling out in patches
•Can be seen in the beard, eyebrows, arms, and legs.
•Rashes
•Complete hair loss
•Redness

5. •Men and women
•Children
•All ethnic backgrounds.
•The elderly

6. •It is possible.
•The hair may grow back, but can easily fall out again.
•Notify a doctor if the affected hair has not grown back in a few months.
•The color of the initial hair regrowth is white.
•Hair regrowth is not likely
•Hair regrowth may take place when the disease is specified

7. •Chemical treaments can make hair growth possible.
•Dangerous- Can become worse by Alopecia Areata evolving into Alopecia
Totalis (complete hair loss)
•Unhealthy
•Unsafe
•Can cost up to two-thousand dollars.

8. •Surgery
•Scalp biopsy
•Laser surgery
•Injections
•Local injections
•Steroid injections under the skin
•Coricosteroids
•Oral corticosteroids

9. •Ointments
• Topical ointments
•Ointments for rashes, itching, burning, and redness
•Therapy
•Ultraviolet light therapy
•Therapy may be needed for children because Alopecia Areata can affect their self-
esteem.

10. •Immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles.
•White blood cells think the growing cells in your hair follicles
are enemies and attack them, leaving you with Alopecia areata.
•Genes and specific things in the environment are involved such
as germs, bacteria, and molds.

11. •A doctor that treats the skin and its diseases.
•Salary- $251, 528 (average)
•Trends- Allergic disorders, pediatric dermatology, and dermatological surgery.
•Advancement- Always be open. Many varieties in Dermatology such as skin medicine and skin
treatments.
•Related Careers- Endocrinologist, Paediatrition, Surgeon

12. • River Hill High School
•Allied Health Academy
I picked this career academy because it teaches about the body and its functions.
Also, after finishing this academy, it is possible to become eligible to be a drmatologist.

13. •Location- Baltimore, Maryland
•Description- A fantastic learning experience guaranteed to enlighten you on a splendid
medical journey. Provides everything you need to know about medicine.
•Program Requirements- An interest in medicine and a clean permanent record.
Other Information- Their mascot is a blue jay.

14. Johns Hopkins Blue
Jays
Mascot

15. • Volunteering at a soup kitchen would help the community by feeding people
who can’t afford food for themselves or even their families. This is so people
can’t die of starvation and so they would be able to eat at no cost. My job could
be to hand out food to people. I think volunteering at a soup kitchen is good
community service because it keeps people alive and healthy. The small things
you are able to do could impact someone’s life in a positive way.

16. •Babysitting
•Lifeguard
Accomplishments:
• Babysitting for more than 3 years over the summer
•Becoming captain of my soccer team
•Honor Roll

17. •No citation