Evaluation of Microneedling in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

    April 2020 in “ El-Minia Medical Bulletin ”
    A Wael, Khalid Ali Nasif Mohamed, Rana Ahmed, M. Mohammed
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    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

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    autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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    Studysummary In this study, microneedling was found to be an effective alternative for treating alopecia areata, with most patients experiencing increased hair growth and density within affected areas within three months.
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    The study, conducted by Wael H. A, Mohamed A. K, Ahmed F. R, and Marwa A. Mohammed, evaluated the effectiveness of microneedling as a treatment for Alopecia Areata (AA), a chronic autoimmune disease affecting hair follicles. The study involved 20 patients aged between 10 and 40 years. The results showed clinical improvement in most cases, with increased hair growth and density within affected areas starting at about one month and completing about three months after treatment. The study concluded that microneedling is a good alternative for treating Alopecia Areata.
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