19 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Alopecia patients struggle with emotions and stress, and improving emotional intelligence may help manage hair loss.
16 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition that needs more research for better treatments.
6 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Nanofat grafting is better for delicate areas and combining it with lipofilling might improve hair loss treatment.
2 citations
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March 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The Facial Psoriasis Log-based Area and Severity Index is a more effective way to measure improvements in facial psoriasis than the traditional method.
2 citations
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September 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The document suggests there might be a link between Kawasaki Disease and Alopecia Areata that needs more research.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Skin research and technology” OCT can detect hidden hair follicles in alopecia areata, indicating potential hair regrowth.
2 citations
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December 2016 in “Turkderm” The study found that many young Syrian refugees have skin infections, especially cutaneous leishmaniasis, and need better health care and living conditions.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Platelet-rich plasma treatment is not very effective for chronic severe alopecia areata.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Triamcinolone acetonide is more effective than cryotherapy for hair regrowth in alopecia areata but has different side effects.
September 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” Seborrheic dermatitis may contribute to the development of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia.
September 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Elderly patients with CCCA were all African American with low vitamin D, but no iron or zinc deficiencies, and no hormonal imbalances compared to younger patients.
August 2007 in “Drug and therapeutics bulletin” Eflornithine's effectiveness for women with facial hirsutism is unclear.
November 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Tofacitinib is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata.
January 2024 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Ritlecitinib is safe and well-tolerated for treating alopecia areata in patients aged 12 and older.
2 citations
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August 2006 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that choosing the right face rejuvenation technique depends on the individual's unique features and aesthetic goals.
28 citations
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July 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Lupus can look like hair loss from alopecia areata but needs different treatment.
164 citations
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April 2008 in “Cochrane library” Current treatments for alopecia show no significant long-term benefits.
99 citations
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July 2017 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.
72 citations
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February 2011 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Anti-TNF therapy can cause a unique type of hair loss that may get better with topical treatments without stopping the therapy.
36 citations
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April 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” A substance called VIP might protect hair follicles from being attacked by the immune system, and problems with VIP signaling could lead to hair loss in alopecia areata.
34 citations
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February 2012 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The research found specific signs to diagnose alopecia areata incognito and noted patients generally regrow hair after steroid treatment.
27 citations
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September 2014 in “JAMA dermatology” Female donor to male recipient sex mismatch and positive ACA-IgG are key risk factors for vitiligo and alopecia areata in chronic GvHD patients.
22 citations
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June 2013 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Early stage bald spots are linked to skin inflammation and damage to the upper part of the hair follicle.
18 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” High and low doses of prednisolone helped 62% of children with severe alopecia regrow hair with some weight gain and mild acne as side effects.
5 citations
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July 2006 in “Contact dermatitis” Ammonium bisulfite in hair bleach can cause facial eczema.
1 citations
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July 2024 in “PharmacoEconomics - Open” The EQ-5D-5L tool may not accurately measure the impact of alopecia areata on patients' lives.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Public Health” Alopecia areata is increasing globally, with disparities needing better prevention and support.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Reports” Upadacitinib improved symptoms and hair regrowth in a teen with multiple autoimmune conditions.
November 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Pharmacists play a crucial role in customizing treatments and ensuring medication safety.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Carcinosin, a homeopathic remedy, helped a young girl with alopecia areata regrow hair and reduce psychological symptoms.