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GlossaryIntralesional Injections (Intralesional Therapy)

directly injecting medication into a specific skin lesion

Intralesional Injections, also known as Intralesional Therapy, involve directly injecting medication into a specific lesion or affected area of the skin. This targeted approach is often used to treat conditions like alopecia areata, psoriasis, and keloids, allowing for high concentrations of the drug at the site of the problem while minimizing systemic side effects.

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research Intralesional Therapy for the Treatment of Keratoacanthoma

25 citations, March 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy”

Intralesional therapy for keratoacanthoma is effective and has fewer side effects than systemic treatments.

research Medical Therapy for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review and Clinical Approach

37 citations, April 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Some treatments like intralesional steroids and 5α-reductase inhibitors are effective for frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.

research Modified Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy for Alopecia Totalis

February 2024 in “Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery”

The combined treatment helps improve severe hair loss and reduces the need for other medications.

research Dermatologic Therapy: December 1987 to December 1988

February 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

New skin treatments in 1987-1988 showed effectiveness for various conditions, but some had side effects or risks.

research Malignant Epithelial Tumors: Part II. Therapy and Prevention

5 citations, January 2013 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

The document concludes that individualized treatment for malignant epithelial tumors is necessary and more research on metastatic squamous cell carcinoma treatments is needed.

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community 2020 Hair and Scalp Treatments: A Clinical Guide (in Depth 350 Page Guide)

in Treatment 64 upvotes 4 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.