Etiology: Alopecia may be seen in multiparous females, probably as a result of nutritional stress and estrogenic influence (see photo); this form is also known as pregnancy effluvia. A transient alopecia is occasionally seen in weanlings [1].
Incidence: The incidence of alopecia is moderate.
Clinical Signs: Clinical signs include transient hair loss without evidence of underlying skin disease or inflammation.
Diagnosis: Diagnosis is made based on history and clinical signs.
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1. Quesenberry, K.E., Carpenter, James W., Ferrets, Rabbits, And Rodents Clinical Medicine And Surgery2003, 11830 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, Missouri 63146: Saunders.