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.
Alopecia areata: This disease can cause complete hair loss in otherwise healthy people. Hereditary hair loss: In women, hereditary hair loss causes thinning that begins in the center of the scalp. Traction alopecia: Hairstyles that constantly pull on the scalp cause this type of hair loss. Alopecia areata: This disease often causes the hair to fall out in round patches.