January 2019 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences” This study observed that hair loss in 110 patients most commonly appeared as patchy alopecia and was predominantly non-cicatricial and acquired in nature.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that among Chinese patients with alopecia areata, those with alopecia totalis/universalis had an earlier onset, longer duration, and more severe quality of life impact compared to those with patchy alopecia.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case study reported complete hair regrowth in a 29-year-old female with alopecia areata after individualized homeopathic treatment, which included Pulsatilla, Fluoric Acid, and Syphilinum, following unsuccessful allopathic and Ayurvedic therapies.
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November 2012 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that topical clobetasol propionate cream provided a modest improvement in hair regrowth for alopecia areata patients, though those with atopy had higher relapse rates after treatment completion.
December 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” This letter discusses prior findings on prednisone for alopecia areata, agreeing that systemic steroids usually do not change the disease course but contesting that most patients have a poor prognosis.
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study in Mexican patients with alopecia areata found that body hair involvement was linked to disease progression, while treatment adherence was associated with both remission and progression.
January 2025 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” In this study, both fractional carbon dioxide laser therapy and cryotherapy were found to be effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata, showing similar efficacy in improving hair growth compared to untreated control patches.
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July 2018 in “Journal of Functional Biomaterials” This study evaluated a new anti-baldness product, IPSTiC patch hair, designed to treat androgenetic alopecia, and reported that it effectively inhibits NO radical and 5α-reductase activity while maintaining safety and stability, suggesting its potential for topical use.
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January 2015 in “Dermatology” This study found that 308-nm excimer laser therapy improved hair diameter in alopecia areata patients, as shown by photographic assessments and a side-by-side comparison with control patches.
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January 2012 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This study suggests that hypersensitivity and increased serum IgE levels might contribute to the pathogenesis of diffuse alopecia areata through intense local inflammatory infiltration.
April 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This compilation reviews multiple dermatologic studies, reporting findings such as the lack of a psoriasis-susceptibility allele in cluster 17, and highlighting a mouse model for studying hair follicle formation, among others.
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January 2013 in “International journal of trichology” This study found that 88% phenol treatment significantly improved texture, pigmentation, and density of hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients over nine weeks, with 78% showing a good to excellent response.
February 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This case report describes a 7-year-old girl who developed radiation-induced alopecia after a neurointerventional procedure, with dermoscopy revealing specific hair and scalp patterns that helped diagnose this rare complication. The findings highlight the importance of dermoscopy in distinguishing RIA from other alopecic disorders in children.
February 2024 in “The Open dermatology journal” This systematic review reported that alopecia areata significantly impacts quality of life due to its psychological burdens, such as anxiety and depression, while emphasizing the need for increased awareness and support for affected individuals.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science” This article discusses the similarities between alopecia areata and Indralupta in Ayurveda and reports no new clinical results, highlighting traditional and modern management approaches for the condition.
In this study conducted at a tertiary care hospital, the researchers observed that alopecia areata was more prevalent in males aged 21-30, typically presenting as single patches, with anemia being the most common associated systemic condition and lichen planus the most associated dermatological condition.
July 2023 in “International journal of trichology” This case study presents a reversal of hair loss in discoid lupus erythematosus using newer treatments like injectable platelet-rich fibrin.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology” In this report, a case of an 11-year-old girl with sudden alopecia areata experienced significant hair regrowth after systemic immunosuppressants treatment over three months, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and personalized management in pediatric cases.
March 2025 in “NATIONS UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MULTI-DISCIPLINARY STUDIES” This case report highlights that Baricitinib led to significant hair regrowth and resolution of atopic dermatitis symptoms in a 22-year-old female with coexisting autoimmune conditions.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case report describes a 14-year-old girl with alopecia areata who experienced hair restoration following homeopathic treatment aimed at balancing her immune system over a 6-month follow-up.
March 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, Wang et al. (2022) found that in patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus, chronic lesions contained more senescent progenitor cells, marked by p16 and p21, than subacute lesions, suggesting a link between disease chronicity and cellular senescence.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study presents an algorithm that may help physicians diagnose female hair loss by synthesizing patient history, clinical examination, and various diagnostic tests.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This review discusses scalp micropigmentation techniques and their customization to individual patients, but reports no new clinical results.
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June 2024 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review examines the potential of swellable microneedles in drug delivery and diagnostics, highlighting innovations and challenges in their use for chronic disease treatment, but noting that issues like physiological responsiveness and long-term stability still require research.
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study observed that alopecia areata in children often presents as mild scalp patches, with the majority showing some hair regrowth following treatment, particularly when using potent topical steroids, which were most commonly prescribed in the reviewed cases.
July 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online” In this study, researchers examined the under-studied mechanisms behind specific dermatological phenomena such as co-localization, Wolf's isotopic phenomenon, Koebner's isomorphic phenomenon, and the recently described Renbök phenomenon, noting that only a few cases have been reported so far.
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September 2009 in “Pediatric dermatology” This study found that the 308-nm Excimer laser was effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata in children, with hair regrowth observed in 60% of treated scalp patches.
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June 2022 in “Journal of Controlled Release” This review discusses the advantages, applications, and current trends of dissolving microneedles for drug delivery across various therapeutic areas and reports no new clinical results.
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January 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study suggests that trichoscopic features, such as perifollicular erythema and cicatricial white patches, are independently associated with pruritus and the severity of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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August 2020 in “JAMA dermatology” In this study, researchers observed a dose-dependent occurrence of persistent radiation-induced alopecia in patients with primary CNS tumors or head and neck sarcomas, noting distinctive patterns and features, and suggesting potential benefits of topical minoxidil and procedural interventions for treatment.