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Alopecia Areata

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Alopecia AreataJAK InhibitorsClinical Trials
Alopecia Areata: Beyond JAK Inhibitors, What Else Is in the Pipeline
JAK inhibitors transformed alopecia areata treatment, but they're not the end of the story. Several other immune-modulating approaches are advancing through clinical trials.
Dec 9, 2025·8 months ago·Dr. Maya Chen, MD, PhD
Alopecia AreataTreatmentResearch
Cyclosporine for Alopecia Areata: An Older Option Worth Revisiting
Before JAK inhibitors, cyclosporine was one of the more effective systemic options for severe alopecia areata. New protocols make it relevant again for specific clinical scenarios.
Nov 8, 2025·9 months ago·Liam Foster, MSc
Alopecia AreataTreatmentResearch
Topical Immunotherapy for Alopecia Areata: An Old Treatment Worth Knowing About
Diphencyprone-induced contact dermatitis on the scalp can promote hair regrowth in alopecia areata. The treatment is older than JAK inhibitors and remains useful in specific cases.
Sep 21, 2025·11 months ago·Liam Foster, MSc
TreatmentInflammationAlopecia Areata
Topical Steroids for Hair Loss: When They Help and When They Hurt
Topical corticosteroids treat the inflammatory components of several forms of hair loss. Used inappropriately or chronically, they can cause harm, including paradoxical hair loss.
Aug 23, 2025·12 months ago·Dr. Maya Chen, MD, PhD
Alopecia AreataTreatmentResearch
Methotrexate for Alopecia Areata: Old Drug, Specific Use Cases
Methotrexate has supporting evidence for severe alopecia areata, particularly in combination with corticosteroids. It remains a useful option in specific clinical scenarios.
Jul 1, 2025·about 1 year ago·Liam Foster, MSc
Alopecia AreataMental HealthResearch
Stress-Induced Alopecia Areata: When Psychological Trauma Triggers Disease
Severe psychological stress can trigger alopecia areata onset or flares. The mechanism involves established connections between the nervous and immune systems.
Jun 12, 2025·about 1 year ago·Dr. Maya Chen, MD, PhD

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Alopecia Areata

Alopecia Areata: Beyond JAK Inhibitors, What Else Is in the Pipeline

Cyclosporine for Alopecia Areata: An Older Option Worth Revisiting

Topical Immunotherapy for Alopecia Areata: An Old Treatment Worth Knowing About

Topical Steroids for Hair Loss: When They Help and When They Hurt

Methotrexate for Alopecia Areata: Old Drug, Specific Use Cases

Stress-Induced Alopecia Areata: When Psychological Trauma Triggers Disease