Dermatologists' Perspectives and Real-World Assessment of Alopecia Areata Severity, Burden, and Healthcare Resource Utilization in Adults in the United Arab Emirates

    August 2026 in “ Dermatology and Therapy ”
    Fatima Albreiki, Ayman Ahmed Essa Al Naeem, Muna Mohamed Al Safi … Juliana Machado Canosa
    Studysummary This study in the United Arab Emirates found that alopecia areata significantly impacts patient quality of life and healthcare resource utilization, particularly among those with higher scalp hair loss.
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