How to Manage an 18-20 Year Old with Hair Loss Not Improved with Ketoconazole?

    October 2025 in “ Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) ”
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    Alopecia Areata →

    autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

    Ketoconazole →

    antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

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    Studysummary Ritlecitinib may help young adults with severe alopecia areata when ketoconazole doesn't work. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
    Ritlecitinib shows promise for treating severe alopecia areata in young adults, while alternative strategies may be necessary for other forms of hair loss.
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