The Treatment of Alopecia Areata

September 1987 in “ PubMed ”

David A. Whiting

TLDR Corticosteroid injections are the most effective treatment for alopecia areata.

The document discussed the treatment of alopecia areata, highlighting its unpredictable nature and the limited effectiveness of various treatments in preventing further hair loss. Corticosteroids were the most popular treatment, particularly effective when administered via intralesional injection of long-acting steroid suspensions. Minoxidil showed limited success in promoting hair regrowth without affecting the disease's progression. Short-contact anthralin therapy was promising, especially in children. Other treatments mentioned included contact sensitizers, phototherapy, and immunomodulators like inosiplex, cyclosporine, and nitrogen mustard.

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