Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia are likely the same disease with different clinical appearances.
No treatment alters the natural progression of alopecia areata, and effectiveness varies, with some possibly working better in children.
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March 2022 in “Wound practice & research” New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but standardized guidelines are needed.