3 citations
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March 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Ritlecitinib effectively treats alopecia areata with manageable side effects.
2 citations
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September 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Tofacitinib is a promising treatment for severe alopecia areata, with many patients experiencing complete or partial hair regrowth.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Combining tacrolimus with excimer light is more effective for treating alopecia areata than using excimer light alone.
December 2025 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Experts recommend starting systemic treatment for alopecia areata when the condition is severe or causes significant distress.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” International guidelines for treating alopecia areata vary, focusing on different treatment options and related health issues.
July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Triamcinolone is more effective than methotrexate for treating localized alopecia areata.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Baricitinib 4 mg is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata.
March 2023 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Ritlecitinib helped most alopecia areata patients regrow hair by Week 48.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 3D ultrasound can detect hair follicle changes and disease phases in alopecia areata.
17 citations
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June 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia areata significantly affects mental health, especially in women and those with severe cases.
7 citations
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July 2019 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.
6 citations
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May 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Alopecia areata in children often leads to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues, affecting their quality of life.
4 citations
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August 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Finger length ratio may indicate male hair loss.
February 2026 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH” Trichoscopy effectively detects early hair follicle changes before visible baldness in men under 40.
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October 2022 in “Medicine” Vitamin D might help treat alopecia areata.
1 citations
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December 2025 in “Photodermatology Photoimmunology & Photomedicine” Phototherapy effectively treats certain alopecia areata types, especially if started early.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining CGF and microneedling with betamethasone effectively treats resistant alopecia areata.
July 2022 in “المجلة العراقية للصيدلة” Azelaic acid 20% cream works well for treating scalp alopecia areata and can be an alternative to clobetasol ointment.
January 2017 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Botulinum toxin type A did not help regrow hair in severe alopecia cases.
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July 2021 in “JAMA Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia negatively affects quality of life and self-esteem, especially in women, but not depression.
63 citations
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October 2005 in “Archives of Dermatology” Shorter, thinner hairs indicate AGA, while longer, thicker hairs suggest CTE; counting and measuring shed hairs helps diagnose hair loss type.
8 citations
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Trichology” Different patterns on the scalp help diagnose types of hair loss without needing a biopsy.
January 2023 in “Springer eBooks” Most older adults experience pattern hair loss due to shrinking hair follicles, with men and women showing different balding patterns.
December 2022 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Hair density and thickness decrease in specific scalp areas in people with androgenetic alopecia.
48 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib 2% ointment helped hair regrow in 3 out of 10 patients with alopecia areata, but caused side effects like scalp irritation and raised cholesterol in some.
45 citations
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January 2013 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Alopecia areata significantly worsens quality of life, suggesting a need for mental health support.
24 citations
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January 2017 in “Pediatric dermatology” 1% anthralin ointment is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata in children.
20 citations
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March 2023 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Baricitinib improved severe hair loss in adults over 52 weeks and was safe to use.
6 citations
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May 2023 in “Drugs” Baricitinib helps regrow hair in adults with severe alopecia better than a placebo and is approved for treatment, but long-term effects are still unknown.
5 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Janus kinase inhibitors are effective and safe for treating Alopecia Areata.