TLDR Corticosteroid injections are the most effective treatment for alopecia areata.
Alopecia areata had an unpredictable course that was not easily altered by treatment. Various treatments could provoke regrowth of terminal hair to varying extents but might not prevent further hair loss. Corticosteroids were the most popular treatment, administered topically, intralesionally, or systemically, with intralesional injections of long-acting steroid suspensions being most effective. Minoxidil had limited success in stimulating hair regrowth without changing the course of the condition. Short-contact anthralin therapy showed promise, particularly in children. Other treatments included contact sensitizers, phototherapy, and immunomodulators like inosiplex, cyclosporine, and nitrogen mustard.
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February 2019 in “PubMed” Minoxidil is effective in treating various types of hair loss and can improve quality of life, with combination therapies showing increased effectiveness.
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May 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Latanoprost works better for hair growth, and combining it with betamethasone valerate is most effective.
July 2013 in “DeckerMed Medicine” The document's conclusion cannot be provided because the document is not readable or understandable.
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September 1987 in “PubMed” Corticosteroid injections are the most effective treatment for alopecia areata.
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January 1987 in “Dermatology” Topical minoxidil effectively and safely treats extensive alopecia areata but doesn't change its course.
April 1985 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” Topical minoxidil can help regrow hair in alopecia areata but is less effective for severe cases.
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April 1984 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil can help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients.
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October 1983 in “BMJ” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia patients, with 16 having good results and no side effects.
