12 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring alopecia areata treatment.
April 2024 in “Medical & clinical research” More research is needed to find the best long-term treatments for Alopecia Areata.
28 citations,
March 2014 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” New lipid nanoparticles show promise for delivering hair loss treatments but need improvement for better skin penetration.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Certain microRNAs may protect against hair loss in alopecia areata and could be potential treatment targets.
1 citations,
September 2023 in “Journal of drugs in dermatology” Alopecia areata causes unpredictable hair loss and emotional distress, with no cure and limited treatment options.
April 2023 in “Medizinische Genetik” New research has found 14 genes linked to the risk of developing alopecia areata, improving understanding and treatment options.
1 citations,
December 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” miR-199a-3p controls hair growth and is linked to alopecia areata.
October 2023 in “Applied materials today” New treatment for hair loss using special microneedles shows promise in reducing inflammation and promoting hair growth.
56 citations,
January 2019 in “Lancet” JAK inhibitors help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients, improving their quality of life.
1 citations,
March 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Current treatments for Alopecia Areata have mixed success, and there's a need for better, more accessible options and support for affected individuals.
16 citations,
October 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” Mesenchymal stem cell therapy may help treat alopecia areata by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
1 citations,
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
131 citations,
November 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin grafts on mice can cause an immune response leading to hair loss, useful for studying human hair loss conditions.
55 citations,
October 2019 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” The review suggests that other immune cells besides CD8+ T cells may contribute to alopecia areata and that targeting regulatory cell defects could improve treatment.
19 citations,
July 2020 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology” Nanoemulsions with minoxidil and clove oil effectively target hair follicles for better alopecia treatment.
70 citations,
October 2020 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” Janus kinase inhibitors are promising drugs for treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
5 citations,
November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
5 citations,
February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” Nanomaterials can improve hair care products and treatments, including hair loss and alopecia, by enhancing stability and safety, and allowing controlled release of compounds, but their safety in cosmetics needs more understanding.
6 citations,
February 2023 in “Advances in Therapy” Baricitinib, a drug for rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata, is generally safe with low risk of major side effects, even in patients with risk factors. It's also effective in promoting hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
223 citations,
September 2018 in “Rheumatology” JAK inhibitors are effective in treating various immune-related diseases, not just rheumatoid arthritis.
November 2024 in “Journal of Translational Internal Medicine” Exosomes from stem cells help hair regrowth by activating a specific signaling pathway.
21 citations,
January 2018 in “The Korean Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology” Modified stem cells from umbilical cord blood can make hair grow faster.
11 citations,
October 2021 in “Carbohydrate Polymers” Ginkgo biloba polysaccharides may reduce inflammation and promote hair growth in mice with hair loss.
191 citations,
May 2018 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Alopecia areata is likely an autoimmune disease with unclear triggers, involving various immune cells and molecules, and currently has no cure.
Better models and evaluation methods for alopecia areata are needed.
148 citations,
December 2018 in “Journal of autoimmunity” Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease causing patchy hair loss, often with other autoimmune disorders, but its exact causes are unknown.
102 citations,
December 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Restoring hair bulb immune privilege is crucial for managing alopecia areata.
9 citations,
January 2015 in “Laboratory Animal Research” Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts combined may effectively promote hair growth.
45 citations,
August 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair loss treatments work better with lifestyle changes.
29 citations,
September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.