Alopecia Areata

by Petra Miller

Book Overview

Alopecia areata is not a life-threatening condition, but rapid hair loss can be psychologically devastating to those it afflicts. This book describes the condition and the genetic causes behind it and follows scientists on their path to discovery. Readers will identify people who have excelled despite the condition. They will explore the latest treatments and research. Sidebars highlight medical breakthroughs and the people who made them.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1502609487
• ISBN13: 9781502609489
• Release Date: December 2015
• Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 8 to 12