January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Understanding drug interactions, side effects, and patient-specific factors is crucial for effective dermatological care.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Cryotherapy may be an effective and simple treatment for mild hair loss with few side effects.
23 citations,
February 2021 in “Dermatologic therapy” Some treatments like pentoxifylline with topical corticosteroids might work for alopecia areata, but more research is needed to find the best one.
40 citations,
June 2021 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” JAK inhibitors show promise in effectively treating hair loss from alopecia areata.
105 citations,
December 1995 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” PUVA treatment is generally ineffective for alopecia areata.
39 citations,
April 2003 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” PUVA treatment led to significant hair regrowth in over half of the patients with alopecia areata totalis and universalis.
24 citations,
March 2009 in “Archives of dermatological research” The combination of oral PUVA and corticosteroids helps regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.
16 citations,
March 2015 in “Dermatologic therapy” Zinc supplementation may be an important part of treating severe hair loss.
4 citations,
July 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical PUVA and tacrolimus ointment can effectively and safely treat infant alopecia universalis.
September 1998 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” PUVA-turban therapy can help some people with severe alopecia areata regrow hair.
3 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” 63 citations,
April 1985 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical PUVA can cause temporary hair regrowth in some alopecia areata patients but doesn't change the long-term outcome.
July 1999 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Bath PUVA therapy works well for a skin condition without as many cancer risks and is cheaper, and iron deficiency might not cause female hair loss.
151 citations,
February 2007 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata causes hair loss, has no cure, and various treatments exist.
143 citations,
September 1991 in “Archives of Dermatology” Generalized pustular psoriasis patients often need strong medication and careful treatment due to flare-ups and complications.
48 citations,
May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata is an unpredictable autoimmune hair loss condition, treated based on severity, with half of patients regrowing hair within a year without treatment.
26 citations,
October 2016 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” A man with severe hair loss saw hair and nail improvement after 10 months on tofacitinib without side effects.
25 citations,
April 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Hair regrowth slows with age and can be affected by treatments that change enzyme activity in the skin.
21 citations,
June 1990 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Systemic retinoids are effective for psoriasis but have side effects; benefits may outweigh risks, especially when reducing cancer risks from other treatments.
16 citations,
April 1985 in “Archives of dermatology” The summary does not report the effectiveness of Stanozolol in treating Pityriasis rubra pilaris.
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.
13 citations,
July 2004 in “Skinmed” Common types of non-scarring hair loss have various causes and treatments, but more effective solutions are needed.
11 citations,
August 2010 in “Journal of Dermatology” Hair transplantation can effectively treat stable eyebrow hair loss in alopecia areata patients.
11 citations,
January 2009 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the lower limbs, mainly in men, with unclear causes and treatments that often don't work well.
10 citations,
May 1983 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Some people with severe hair loss saw hair regrowth after a specific light and drug treatment.
8 citations,
January 2020 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” The article concludes that different types of hair loss require specific treatments and psychological support is important.
8 citations,
January 1989 in “Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry” Hair loss from alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia can be treated, but more effective and safer treatments are needed.
7 citations,
November 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study found a specific pattern of uneven melanin distribution on balding scalps that could help understand skin diseases caused by light exposure.
5 citations,
March 2011 in “Journal of pediatric health care” The girl with autoimmune hair loss might regrow hair within a year, and treatments can help but not prevent recurrence; dermatologist referral and corticosteroids are recommended.
2 citations,
April 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology” No treatment reliably changes Alopecia Areata's course; reassurance and possibly a wig are recommended.