Alopecia Areata Is Associated with Increased Risk of Infertility in a Retrospective Cohort Study Using TriNetX
Abstract
Introduction: Alopecia areata (AA) has been associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, but its relationship with infertility remains poorly characterized. Given the prevalence and psychosocial impact of infertility and the reproductive implications of systemic AA therapies, we examined for potential associations between AA and infertility. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted using the TriNetX research network, querying for female patients aged 18–45 years with AA and matched controls. Reproductive outcomes
Fields of Study & Subjects
Hair Growth and Disorders
Ovarian function and disorders
Reproductive Health and Technologies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Skin Appendage Disorders
- Publisher
- S. Karger AG
- Pages
- 1–5
- Publication date
- 13 April 2026
- Language
- EN