Riverdale Star Lili Reinhart Diagnosed with Alopecia Areata

Reinhart Reveals Diagnosis Amid Major Depressive Episode, Turns to Red Light Therapy for Treatment

Lili Reinhart, known for her role in the TV series Riverdale, has revealed that she has been diagnosed with alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition that causes hair loss.
The actress shared the news in a TikTok video, stating she was diagnosed in the midst of a major depressive episode.
Alopecia areata affects around 6.7 million people in the US and approximately 2% of the global population.
While there is no cure for alopecia areata, treatments are available, including red light therapy, which Reinhart is using and has referred to as her 'new best friend'.
Reinhart has previously been open about her struggles with mental health, including depression and anxiety.