September 2024 in “PubMed” Certain RNAs may help diagnose alopecia areata by affecting keratin genes.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” ITK inhibitors may effectively treat alopecia areata.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” No single ideal JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata has been determined; JAK3 inhibitors may be promising with fewer side effects.
December 2022 in “International journal of research publications” Herbal medicine might be a good alternative for treating hair loss.
October 2022 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” Human Beta Defensin 1 levels do not predict the risk or severity of Alopecia Areata.
July 2025 in “Russian Journal of Clinical Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia areata in children requires thorough diagnosis and treatment due to its impact on quality of life and link to other autoimmune diseases.
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June 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” People with atopic dermatitis have a higher risk of developing autoimmune diseases.
COVID-19 may trigger or worsen rapid hair loss in alopecia areata.
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August 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Alopecia areata is caused by an immune response, and targeting immune cells might help treat it.
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February 2010 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Vitiligo is linked to autoimmune diseases and hearing issues, so hearing tests are recommended for patients.
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June 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” CD44 variant changes start alopecia areata, but don't maintain it.
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July 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Stress can worsen skin conditions by affecting hormone levels and immune response.
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Alopecia areata is caused by immune attacks on hair follicles, affecting hair growth and quality of life.
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October 2017 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” Autoimmune liver diseases are likely linked to certain skin conditions like vitiligo and psoriasis.
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December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Genetic discoveries are leading to new treatments for alopecia areata.
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January 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document concludes that understanding and treatments for alopecia areata have significantly advanced, now recognizing it as an autoimmune disorder.
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March 2017 in “Genes and immunity” Certain microRNAs may help treat alopecia areata by targeting immune pathways.
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January 2013 in “Clinical and developmental immunology/Clinical & developmental immunology” The document concludes that systemic autoimmune diseases are complex, incurable, and require ongoing treatment and research.
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January 2015 in “International journal of trichology” A woman's total hair loss was linked to a Borrelia infection and was reversed with appropriate treatment.
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June 2024 in “Experimental Dermatology” High beta-hydroxybutyrate levels may worsen hair loss in alopecia areata.
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June 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” BAFF-targeted therapies can reduce autoimmune disease activity, but more research is needed for precise treatments.
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June 2020 in “JAAD case reports” Permanent hair dye may cause total hair loss.
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September 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” JAK inhibitors are effective for treating moderate-to-severe alopecia areata.
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January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Some people with a history of autoimmune hair loss experienced worsening symptoms after COVID-19 vaccination.
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May 2025 in “Diagnostics” ATR-FTIR spectroscopy could help monitor alopecia areata treatment response non-invasively.
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January 2019 The document concludes that autoimmune skin disorders are treated with corticosteroids and immunosuppressive drugs.
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January 2022 in “Medical Science” People with Alopecia Areata have a higher risk of heart-related health issues.
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June 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” People with alopecia areata had lower vitamin D levels, but these levels didn't relate to many aspects of the condition.
March 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Upadacitinib improved multiple immune-related conditions in one patient.
February 2026 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Stem cell therapies show promise for hair regrowth in alopecia areata but need more research for safety and effectiveness.