Clinical and Epidemiological Features of Atopic Type of Alopecia Areata

    G. P. Tereshchenko, Н. Н. Потекаев, Aida Gadzhigoroeva, О. В. Жукова, Golousenko IIu
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    Studysummary In this study, children with alopecia areata and comorbid atopic diseases experienced an earlier onset of the condition and were more likely to develop severe forms compared to those without atopy.
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    The study on alopecia areata (AA) in patients with atopic diseases involved 146 individuals aged 5-18, with 26% having conditions like atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis, and bronchial asthma. It found that AA appears at a younger age and in more severe forms in patients with atopic diseases. Atopy is a prognostic factor for a worse AA course, highlighting the importance of personalized treatment strategies.
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