research Anticytokine therapy, particularly anti-IFN-γ, in Th1-mediated autoimmune diseases 9 citations , May 2005 in “Expert Review of Clinical Immunology” Blocking interferon-gamma might help treat various autoimmune diseases.
research Pruritus, Allergy and Autoimmunity: Paving the Way for an Integrated Understanding of Psychodermatological Diseases? 4 citations , September 2021 in “Frontiers in allergy” The conclusion is that understanding the complex relationship between allergies, autoimmunity, and psychological factors is key to treating skin disorders with itching.
research The Immunological Association between Alopecia Areata and Respiratory Diseases: A Systematic Review 3 citations , January 2019 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” People with alopecia areata may also have allergic rhinitis and should be checked for respiratory allergies.
research Vitiligo and alopecia areata: apples and oranges? 71 citations , October 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology” Vitiligo and alopecia areata may have similar causes despite their differences.
research Alopecia areata − animal models 69 citations , July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Alopecia areata is influenced by genetics and immune system factors, and better understanding could improve treatments.
learn Osteopontin signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss