Homeopathic Intervention in Classic Case of Alopecia Areata: A Case Study
January 2024
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International journal of homoeopathic sciences
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alopecia areata autoimmune disorder non-scarring hair loss immune system hair follicles CD8+ T lymphocytes NK cells dendritic cells trichoscopy scalp biopsies topical corticosteroids immunotherapy systemic immunosuppressants pathogenesis targeted therapies hair loss immune cells hair growth steroids immune therapy immunosuppressants
TLDR Early intervention and patient education are crucial for managing alopecia areata.
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder causing non-scarring hair loss due to the immune system attacking hair follicles. The condition involves immune cells like CD8+ T lymphocytes, NK cells, and dendritic cells, which inhibit hair growth and degrade follicles. Diagnosis relies on clinical presentation and tools like trichoscopy and scalp biopsies. Treatment varies by severity and includes topical corticosteroids, immunotherapy, and systemic immunosuppressants. Early intervention and patient education are crucial. Understanding the disease's pathogenesis has led to targeted therapies, but further research is needed to improve treatment efficacy.
