Pulse Corticosteroid Therapy With Oral Dexamethasone for the Treatment of Adult Alopecia Totalis and Universalis
April 2016
in “
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
”
Research cited in this study
4 / 4 resultsresearch Early Intervention with High-Dose Steroid Pulse Therapy Prolongs Disease-Free Interval of Severe Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study
Early high-dose steroid treatment helps prolong disease-free periods in severe alopecia areata.
research Extensive Alopecia Areata: Not Necessarily Recalcitrant to Therapy
Some people with severe, long-lasting baldness responded well to a specific combination treatment.
research A Comparison of the Efficacy, Relapse Rate, and Side Effects Among Three Modalities of Systemic Corticosteroid Therapy for Alopecia Areata
imTA and pulse therapy are effective for alopecia areata with manageable side effects, but relapse rates need improvement.
research Twice Weekly 5 mg Dexamethasone Oral Pulse in the Treatment of Extensive Alopecia Areata
Twice-weekly 5 mg dexamethasone can effectively treat extensive alopecia areata in many patients.
Similar Research
5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Alopecia areata: Part 2: treatment.
Alopecia areata can be managed with various treatments, and severe cases should be referred to dermatologists.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata and Its Numerous Possibilities: A Literature Review
Alopecia areata treatment should be personalized, using topical or systemic therapies based on severity, with promising options like JAK inhibitors needing more research.
research Alopecia Areata Update
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition often starting before age 20, with varied treatment success and a need for personalized treatment plans.
research Alopecia areata. Diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations of the Polish Society of Dermatology. Part 2: Treatment
The Polish Society of Dermatology recommends treatments for alopecia areata that vary by severity, including topical and systemic medications, with long-term maintenance important for management.
research Alopecia Areata: Understanding the Pathophysiology and Advancements in Treatment Modalities
Alopecia Areata causes hair loss and needs treatments that address both physical and emotional health.