Intralesional Vitamin D3 Versus Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in Patchy Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Clinical and Dermoscopic Study

    August 2024 in “ Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy ”
    Maha H. Ragaie, Shimaa E. Mohammed, Shimaa S. Shehata
    Studysummary This study found that intralesional vitamin D3 achieved similar effectiveness to triamcinolone acetonide for treating patchy alopecia areata but was associated with fewer adverse effects and higher patient satisfaction.
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