Seasonal Alopecia Areata?

(female)
I was diagnosed with alopecia areata about 15 years ago and received various treatments for same. After wearing a wig for 2 years my hair grew back enough to dispense with it. My hair starts falling out rapidly in April and May with new bald spots appearing but then starts to regrow around July. Any idea why and do you know of others with this seasonal hair loss?

Alopecia areata is a lifelong condition, though it may only flare up every few years. So what you are experiencing may be another onset of alopecia areata. I would follow up with your doctor for a diagnosis and confirmation.

To date, there is no proven medical treatments for alopecia areata. The good news is that in time, the hairs will grow back. For more about alopecia areata, including support and research information, check out the National Alopecia Areata Foundation.