Methotrexate for the Treatment of Pediatric Alopecia Areata

    Erin Landis, Rita Pichardo‐Geisinger
    Studysummary This case series observed that 57% of pediatric patients with alopecia areata experienced significant hair regrowth with methotrexate treatment, which was generally safe, although some results were inconclusive due to follow-up issues.
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