TLDR UVA-1 phototherapy might help treat alopecia areata.
The letter to the editor discussed the potential use of UVA-1 phototherapy in treating alopecia areata. The authors, affiliated with various dermatology departments, highlighted the therapeutic benefits observed with UVA-1, suggesting it could be a promising treatment option for this condition. However, the document did not provide detailed study results or specific patient data, and no abstract was available to summarize further findings.
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November 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Laser and light therapies, especially the 308 nm excimer laser, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
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August 2019 in “Dermatologic surgery” Nonsteroid treatments for alopecia areata show promise but need more high-quality research.
October 2024 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Alopecia areata treatment should be personalized, using topical or systemic therapies based on severity, with promising options like JAK inhibitors needing more research.
March 2019 in “Applied sciences” Laser therapy might help regrow hair in alopecia totalis better than steroids alone.
April 2024 in “Lasers in medical science” Lasers and light therapies are effective in promoting hair regrowth for different types of hair loss.
