February 2024 in “PloS one” Tofacitinib and adalimumab are promising treatments for cicatricial alopecia with few side effects.
June 2026 in “Journal of Obstetrics Gynecology and Cancer Research” Salivary cytokines and the Free Androgen Index are promising non-invasive markers for diagnosing PCOS.
April 2026 in “Human Genome Variation” The MBTPS2 gene variant c.970+5G>A is a common mutation causing IFAP syndrome.
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November 2016 in “Medicines” Beta-sitosterol has potential health benefits but needs more research to fully understand its effects and improve its use in treatments.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Reports” Upadacitinib improved symptoms and hair regrowth in a teen with multiple autoimmune conditions.
March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The two lotions used day and night may be a good alternative to minoxidil for hair loss treatment with better cosmetic effects and tolerance.
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February 2019 in “Journal of Affective Disorders” Melatonin improved mental health and metabolism in women with PCOS.
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August 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” QR 678 and QR678 Neo treatments are effective for hair loss in women with PCOS.
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October 2018 in “Pediatric dermatology” Leflunomide and anthralin may effectively treat severe alopecia areata.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” Ayurvedic treatment significantly improved hair regrowth in a child with Alopecia Universalis.
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October 2017 in “Archivos Argentinos de Pediatria” Alopecia areata needs new treatments targeting autoimmune processes due to its emotional impact and variable treatment responses.
January 2025 in “Frontiers in Pediatrics” Baricitinib significantly improved hair regrowth and skin condition in a 14-year-old with alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” A 4-year-old had a rare type of hair loss that may have a good outcome.
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August 2022 in “JAAD Case Reports” Oral tofacitinib effectively regrows hair in children with alopecia areata without major side effects.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Topical tofacitinib may help regrow hair in children with alopecia totalis.
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January 2017 in “Pediatric dermatology” 1% anthralin ointment is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata in children.
April 2025 in “Düzce Tıp Fakültesi Dergisi” Vitamin D deficiency is common in children with non-scarring alopecia, and managing it may help treatment.
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April 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Macular alopecia is a distinct, non-scarring hair loss pattern that mostly affects young Hispanic/Latinx females and often resolves on its own.
November 2025 in “Mendeley Data” Unorthodox dosing of tofacitinib and baricitinib is safe but less effective than standard dosing for treating alopecia areata in kids.
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March 2024 in “PubMed” More research is needed on alopecia areata treatments and its psychological effects.
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September 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib helped some young children with severe hair loss grow their hair back without bad side effects.
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January 2009 in “Veterinary Dermatology” The hepatitis B vaccine did not cause hair loss in the tested mice.
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January 2022 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” Alopecia areata may be linked to imbalanced gut bacteria.
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May 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Baricitinib effectively improves symptoms of atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata with few side effects.
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March 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The "color-transition sign" helps tell apart alopecia areata incognita from telogen effluvium by looking at hair color changes.
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July 2023 in “Cutis” Scalp rolling might help regrow hair in people with a hair loss condition called Alopecia Areata.
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January 2023 in “Przegląd Dermatologiczny” 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.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Steroids & Hormonal Science” Oral vitamin D treatment can help some children with alopecia areata who have vitamin D deficiency.
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January 2015 in “Advanced techniques in biology & medicine” Down Syndrome patients with Alopecia Areata often have hypothyroidism and specific immune abnormalities.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Most young patients found oral minoxidil helpful for hair loss and were willing to continue using it.