Local Corticosteroids for Alopecia Areata: A Narrative Review

    May 2025 in “ Dermatology and Therapy ”
    Samantha Gregoire, Basil McIntosh, Katherine Sanchez … Arash Mostaghimi
    Studysummary This review discusses the use of topical and intralesional corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata, highlighting their efficacy and safety but noting recurrence and pain as limitations; no new clinical results are reported.
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