3 citations
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April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This research suggests that innate lymphoid cells type 1 (ILC1) may contribute to the development of alopecia areata, alongside CD8+ T cells, by disrupting hair follicle immune privilege and promoting features of the disease.
January 2026 in “Skin Health and Disease” This study conducted a survey among consultant dermatologists in Ireland to explore their use of JAK inhibitors for treating alopecia areata, acknowledging challenges posed by the lack of global guidelines and long-term safety data.
January 2026 in “Cytokine”
November 2025 in “Mendeley Data” This study observed that JAK inhibitor therapy may be safely administered to patients with alopecia areata and latent HBV or stable TB, without reactivation of these infections, when appropriate monitoring and prophylaxis are used.
November 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology” No abstract is available for this article, and it presents no new clinical results.
July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This promotional content discusses hair transplant options in Jacksonville City, Arkansas, but reports no research findings; readers are encouraged to contact a specialist for more information.
January 2026 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The study found that systemic inflammatory markers were elevated in patients with severe alopecia areata compared to those with mild disease and healthy controls, and these markers decreased in patients who improved after JAK inhibitor therapy.
14 citations
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January 2020 in “Mediterranean Journal of Rheumatology” This review discusses the development of Janus kinase inhibitors for dermatologic diseases and reports no new results; the authors note the need for further research on their efficacy and safety.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” March 2026 in “Immunological Medicine” This review discusses the use of Janus kinase inhibitors for severe alopecia areata in Japan, noting their effectiveness in some patients but highlighting the need for new therapies due to non-responsiveness and relapse in others; it reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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October 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that Aire‒/‒ mice spontaneously developed persistent AA-like lesions, highlighting a potential role for AIRE in hair follicle biology and pathogenesis of alopecia areata.
January 2021 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” This study found that a high dose of LustrivaTM, containing biotin and silicon, significantly increased hair thickness and reduced facial wrinkle depth in women with thinning hair compared to a placebo, without any reported adverse events.
July 2026 in “Advances in Therapy” This study found that clinicians treating alopecia areata prioritize JAK inhibitor treatments with higher efficacy and faster initial hair growth, regardless of dosing frequency, and preferred the treatment option with ritlecitinib 50-mg data the least among several blinded profiles.
September 2025 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” In this update, researchers incorporated TGA-approved Janus Kinase inhibitors into the Australian treatment guidelines for chronic, moderate to severe Alopecia areata, aiming to enhance recommended therapies by providing guidance on the use and management of these systemic medications.
July 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This paper reviews recent advancements in understanding hair follicle structure and the role of JAKs in hair growth, though it does not report new experimental findings.
December 2018 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review of low-level laser therapy for patterned hair loss found that red-spectrum light may be effective for hair growth, but larger case-controlled studies are needed to further support this conclusion.
43 citations
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June 2012 in “Lasers in Medical Science” In a rat model of chemotherapy-induced alopecia, this study found that low-level laser treatment significantly accelerated hair regrowth without affecting the efficacy of chemotherapy.
December 2022 in “Revista Medicina Cutánea Ibero-Latino-Americana” This review summarizes current knowledge on the role of the JAK/STAT signaling pathway in alopecia areata and suggests moderate efficacy of systemic inhibitors, with low adverse events but high recurrence rates.
5 citations
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July 2017 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” This study observed that ethanol extracts of Lygodium japonicum spores significantly reduced inflammatory responses in LPS-stimulated murine macrophages in vitro by negatively regulating p38 MAPK and NF-κB.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” This case report discusses a young girl with loose anagen hair syndrome, highlighting the importance of recognizing the condition early to avoid misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments, and noting her spontaneous improvement with conservative management.
2 citations
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May 2024 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” This study found that while infectious events may occur in alopecia areata patients treated with JAK inhibitors, these infections are usually manageable and rarely lead to permanent treatment discontinuation.
May 2009 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” This abstract contains only journal subscription and informational content and does not present any research findings.
11 citations
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November 2019 in “Clinical Case Reports” This study highlights that while there are no FDA- or ANVISA-approved treatments for children with alopecia areata, JAK inhibitors are emerging as a promising therapeutic option for this population.
July 2026 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” JAK inhibitors may reduce depression risk in alopecia areata patients.
January 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
23 citations
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March 1989 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice” This review discusses dermatological issues in llamas, detailing common findings, parasites, and disorders, but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for recognizing normal skin variations and discusses potential treatments like zinc therapy for certain conditions.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” JAK inhibitors are generally safe for treating alopecia areata.
November 1968 in “Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association” July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”