Background
Hair loss is a common problem that affects both males and females of all ages. It is one of the most common complaints among all patients consulting a dermatologist and is usually associated with severe psychological disturbances, distress, and symptoms of depression.
Aim
The aim was to measure the percentage of alopecia among Assiut University students, to portray the sociodemographic characteristics of study participants and associated factors of hair loss, to measure quality of life among those who experienced hair loss, and to increase community awareness regarding the most important predictors of hair loss.
Patients and methods
This was a cross-sectional study that included 1014 students at four faculties of Assiut University during the academic year 2016/2017. The percentage of alopecia among students who attended clinics in their faculties was 63.9%. Alopecia among males was 20.2% and among females was 79.8%.