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December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Tofacitinib shows promise for treating severe hair loss in adults and teens, with many experiencing regrowth, but hair loss returns when treatment stops.
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November 2022 in “International journal of trichology” A girl with a rare skin condition improved after one month of treatment with acitretin.