Partial Response of Severe Alopecia Areata to Cyclosporine A
January 1999
in “
Dermatology
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The document discussed a case where severe alopecia areata showed a partial response to treatment with Cyclosporine A. The study highlighted that while Cyclosporine A could induce some hair regrowth in patients with severe alopecia areata, the response was not complete. This suggests that Cyclosporine A might be a potential treatment option, but its effectiveness may be limited and variable among patients. The findings were based on clinical observations and supported by previous studies that explored the immunological aspects of alopecia areata and the effects of Cyclosporine A on hair growth.
