Diffuse Alopecia Areata
January 2018
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research Alopecia Areata: An Update
The document concludes that alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease without a definitive cure, but treatments like corticosteroids are commonly used.
research Diffuse Alopecia Areata Is Associated With Intense Inflammatory Infiltration and CD8+ T Cells in Hair Loss Regions and an Increase in Serum IgE Level
Diffuse alopecia areata involves more inflammation and higher allergy-related antibodies than patchy types.
research Alopecia Areata: Overview and Treatment Options
Alopecia areata causes hair loss, has no cure, and various treatments exist.
research Approach to the Adult Female Patient with Diffuse Nonscarring Alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
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research Twenty Nail Dystrophy with Alopecia Areata in an Atopic Child
A child with rough nails also had hair loss and allergies.
research Oral Tofacitinib: A Promising Treatment in Atopic Dermatitis, Alopecia Areata, and Vitiligo
Oral tofacitinib shows promise in treating atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata, but only slight improvement in vitiligo.
research Vitiligo After Diphencyprone for Alopecia Areata
DPCP treatment for alopecia areata can sometimes cause vitiligo.