Tofacitinib: A Promising Treatment for Adolescent Alopecia Areata

    May 2023 in “ International Journal of Trichology ”
    Nilesh Wagh
    Studysummary In this case report, the researchers described the use of tofacitinib in treating a 14-year-old boy from India with severe alopecia areata, achieving complete hair regrowth within 2 months without serious adverse events, highlighting tofacitinib's potential benefits and safety in adolescent cases.
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