Alopecia Areata: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 8 min
Body Area: Skin (Scalp)

Overview

Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition characterized by sudden, non-scarring hair loss in well-defined patches. It affects approximately 2% of the population at some point in their lifetime and can progress to alopecia totalis (complete scalp hair loss) or alopecia universalis (total body hair loss). The condition triggers significant emotional distress, anxiety, and reduced quality of life, particularly given hair’s role in personal identity.