Economic Burden of Alopecia Areata in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from a Societal Perspective: A Cost-of-Illness Analysis

    Khalidah A. Alenzi, Abdulrahman Alturaiki, Mohammad I. Fatani, Saad Alsogair, Ahmed Saeed, Ayman Behiry, Ali Almomatin
    TLDR Alopecia Areata in Saudi Arabia is costly, mainly due to lost work and medication expenses, needing better diagnosis, treatment, and care.
    Alopecia Areata (AA) in Saudi Arabia results in a substantial economic burden, primarily due to productivity losses and the costs of acquiring medications. The study highlights the importance of early diagnosis, standardized treatment protocols, and better access to innovative therapies to alleviate this burden. It also emphasizes the need for integrated care pathways and national registries to optimize resource allocation and enhance patient outcomes.
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