January 2026 in “BULLETIN OF STOMATOLOGY AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY” In this randomized controlled trial, both Botulinum Toxin-A and Triamcinolone Acetonide showed substantial effectiveness in treating patchy Alopecia Areata, but Botulinum Toxin-A avoided complications while Triamcinolone led to skin atrophy in 16.7% of patients.
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June 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that fractional Er:YAG laser combined with platelet-rich plasma resulted in greater skin repigmentation in patients with localized stable vitiligo compared to microneedling with platelet-rich plasma, with fewer side effects reported in the laser group.
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January 2015 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” This retrospective study concluded that alopecia areata in elderly patients showed mild severity and a favorable treatment response, with no link found between hair graying and the extent of hair loss.
July 2022 in “Media Dermato Venereologica Indonesiana” In this case study, a 29-year-old man with alopecia areata experienced satisfactory hair regrowth after five months of combined intralesional triamcinolone acetonide and platelet-rich plasma therapy.
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November 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide was more effective than saline for hair regrowth in scalp alopecia areata, with 10 mg/mL showing the best response but more side effects.
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January 2015 in “Saudi journal for health sciences” This study in Al-Taif, KSA, observed a higher-than-expected prevalence of alopecia areata, predominantly linked to autoimmune causes, with topical corticosteroids and systemic vitamins identified as the most effective treatment.
July 2019 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This report presents personal observations of alopecia areata in twins with autoimmune thyroiditis and suggests a possible link, though it does not provide new clinical results.
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March 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study analyzed survey responses from 800 alopecia areata patients and found a possible genetic association with increased insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus in relatives but not in the patients themselves.
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June 2022 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” This review discusses the epidemiology, clinical characteristics, pathogenesis, and genetic factors of alopecia areata, while stressing the need for targeted and effective treatments, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” This article discusses the etiology, clinical presentation, and current treatment options for alopecia areata and highlights new therapeutic modalities under investigation, but it reports no new research results.
February 2017 in “Medicina cutánea ibero-latino-americana” This case report documents an 8-year-old boy with alopecia areata presenting as symmetric alopecic patches with a triangular and targetoid pattern on the scalp, successfully treated with clobetasol propionate foam.
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October 2018 in “JAAD Case Reports” This paper reviews the challenges of treating alopecia areata affecting eyelashes and discusses the risks associated with traditional therapies; it reports no new clinical results.
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July 2020 in “Recent patents on inflammation & allergy drug discovery” This review discusses the genetics, therapy, and prognosis of childhood alopecia areata, noting that while current treatments are not curative, new modalities may improve future outcomes; it reports no new clinical results.
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June 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This study found that total serum IgE levels were elevated in patients with alopecia areata compared to controls, suggesting a possible involvement of IgE and Th2 cytokines in its pathogenesis.
April 2024 in “Lasers in medical science” This study reviews the use of lasers and light therapies as treatment options for managing the two most common types of alopecia—androegenetic alopecia and alopecia areata—highlighting that existing FDA-approved drugs like minoxidil and finasteride are partially effective, necessitating additional therapeutic approaches.
March 2017 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This case report suggests that transplanted hair follicles may be more resistant to alopecia areata than native hair, potentially offering new insights into the condition's pathophysiology and treatment options.
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September 2010 in “Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics” This review discusses the genetic factors involved in hair follicle morphogenesis and cycling and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes the role of genes in hereditary hair diseases.
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September 2004 in “Journal of Autoimmunity” Alopecia areata patients have more activated T cells in their blood, which may help in developing treatments.
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July 1998 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This study observed that pulsed doses of prednisolone resulted in excellent hair growth in 60% of young patients with widespread alopecia areata after six months, with minimal side effects.
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April 2011 in “Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery” This review discusses treatment approaches for alopecia areata, including promising novel therapies, and reports no new clinical results.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Scalp Roller therapy helped improve hair growth in patients with hard-to-treat alopecia areata.
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January 2019 This review discusses autoimmune skin disorders, including lupus erythematosus and scleroderma, and their common treatments, reporting no new clinical results.
July 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” This study reports two cases of central serous chorioretinopathy developing after intralesional corticosteroid injections to the scalp for alopecia areata, suggesting a potential association that warrants cautious use and monitoring for ocular complications.
February 2024 in “Scientific reports” This study identified four ferroptosis-related genes, SLC40A1, LCN2, CREB5, and SLC7A11, as potential diagnostic markers for alopecia areata, revealing reduced expression in affected patients compared to controls, with a predictive model showing high accuracy in differentiating the condition.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This preliminary study of Alopecia Areata identified limited expression of certain metabolic transporters and enzymes in hair follicle immune cells, providing early insight into their unique energy needs.
This chapter discusses pediatric disorders like alopecia areata and vitiligo, identifying laser and light therapies as treatment options, and highlights that the pulsed dye laser is well tolerated and effective for treating molluscum contagiosum.
January 2012 in “The Year book of dermatology” This study found that women with late onset acne have fewer comedones and acne lesions compared to those with early onset, despite no differences in P. acnes density or sebum secretion.
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January 2014 in “Journal of dermatology & dermatologic surgery” In this study, the researchers observed that localized vitiligo was most prevalent among patients in Saudi Arabia, commonly beginning on the face and frequently associated with thyroid disorders.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This study suggests that topical minoxidil could promote hair regrowth in individuals with alopecia areata by exerting a localized immunosuppressive effect, and that combining minoxidil with other treatments may enhance hair growth outcomes.
June 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study in North India found that patients with alopecia areata have significantly higher levels of coagulation markers, metabolic dysregulation, and systemic inflammation compared to healthy controls, and these factors are linked with disease severity, indicating potential systemic implications beyond localized hair loss.