14 citations,
January 1985 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The cause of alopecia areata was unknown, and while various treatments existed, no best treatment was agreed upon.
122 citations,
November 1984 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” No single treatment is consistently effective for alopecia areata, and more research is needed.
October 2024 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Alopecia areata treatment should be personalized, using topical or systemic therapies based on severity, with promising options like JAK inhibitors needing more research.
2 citations,
July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online” Contact immunotherapy can cause vitiligo in patients with autoimmune conditions.
2 citations,
January 2017 in “Clinical and medical investigations” Herbal lotions are effective for severe hair loss, with a 64.8% success rate, but relapse is common and long-term management requires allergen control and possible corticosteroid use.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Phenoxyethanol in hair growth products may be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia.
51 citations,
December 2011 in “The Journal of Dermatology” New treatments for severe hair loss often fail, but some patients see hair regrowth with specific therapies, and treatment should be tailored to the individual's situation.
41 citations,
February 2001 in “Current pharmaceutical design” Current and future treatments for alopecia areata focus on immunosuppression, immunomodulation, and protecting hair follicles.
36 citations,
May 2011 in “Dermatologic therapy” No treatments fully cure or prevent alopecia areata; some help but have side effects or need more research.
50 citations,
July 1981 in “Archives of Dermatology” DNCB helps regrow hair in alopecia areata patients, but safer alternatives are needed.
September 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy” Contact immunotherapy might help treat various skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
23 citations,
July 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Topical contact sensitizers can treat certain skin conditions but are rarely used in the U.K.
15 citations,
July 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Traditional Chinese medications can cause skin reactions, and better testing and reporting are needed to identify allergens.
5 citations,
July 2006 in “Contact dermatitis” Ammonium bisulfite in hair bleach can cause facial eczema.
23 citations,
January 2016 in “Contact Dermatitis” Allergies to some essential oils may not be found with standard fragrance tests.
2 citations,
August 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Higher granulysin levels in the blood are linked to more severe hair loss in alopecia areata patients, and these levels decrease after effective treatment.
20 citations,
March 2021 in “Drug design, development and therapy” Topical immunotherapy can treat alopecia areata, but its effectiveness varies and the exact mechanism is unclear.
January 1987 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Some cosmetics and dermatological drugs can cause allergic reactions and side effects, like skin irritation and systemic issues.
January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
118 citations,
April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.
34 citations,
September 1992 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists need to know about cosmetics to help patients with skin issues and recommend safe products.
12 citations,
November 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical diphencyprone helped regrow hair in mice and rats with a condition similar to human hair loss.
2 citations,
March 2015 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Athletes need effective management of skin disorders for their performance and well-being.
151 citations,
February 2007 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata causes hair loss, has no cure, and various treatments exist.
8 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil is a reasonably safe alternative for patients allergic to the topical form.
March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Mycophenolate mofetil improved skin condition in a man with nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy.
41 citations,
November 1993 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” DPCP helps treat severe hair loss, but 5% minoxidil doesn't add benefits.
45 citations,
January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” Topical immunotherapy, especially with DPCP, is effective for treating severe alopecia areata.
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.