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January 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, all four cases of congenital alopecia areata experienced periods of remission, with clobetasol propionate 0.05% achieving full hair regrowth in half of the patients treated.
April 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” In this case report, a biopsy was essential for diagnosing congenital alopecia areata despite suggestive clinical and trichoscopic evidence, as no non-invasive reliable diagnostic methods currently exist, highlighting the continued importance of this invasive procedure.
June 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study reviewed cases of congenital alopecia areata, highlighting a predominance in females and possible genetic factors, and found that topical corticosteroids were effective for hair regrowth in most treated patients, suggesting they are a suitable first-line treatment.
June 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This study suggests that congenital alopecia areata should be considered for newborns with alopecia, supporting the use of topical corticosteroids as a reasonable initial treatment option based on observed regrowth.
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” CTA is often mistaken for AA but doesn't respond to steroids and may require hair transplantation.