The human body contains many natural polymers, such as proteins and nucleic acids. Cellulose, another natural polymer, is the main structural component of plants. Most natural polymers are condensation polymers, and in their formation from monomers water is a by-product.
Alopecia areata is one type of hair loss that typically causes patches of baldness. In some cases, total baldness develops. In many cases, the hair re-grows, typically after several months. In some cases, the hair loss is permanent.
Posted on Friday, March 26, 2004 - 08:48 am: Anonymous: Anorexia and a quick loss of weight can trigger a form of hair loss that's called telogen effluvium (TE). This form of hair loss can cause a lot of psychological stress in your life, but the hair loss is not permanent.