What Is the Connection Between Lupus and Hair Loss?

Lupus alopecia refers to the extensive hair loss manifested by patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) during the active phase of the disease, with thinning, dry, dull and easily broken hair. After systemic treatment of disease control, hair can regenerate and new hair grow. The change of hair growth in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus can be used as a reference index to judge the curative effect and the improvement of the condition. It is particularly worth noting that the recurrence of hair loss in patients with lupus erythematosus may be the first symptom of disease recurrence and should be given sufficient attention.