Alopecia

For mild to moderate alopecia areata, topical corticosteroids remain the most frequently prescribed first-line treatment among UK dermatologists.

Sun Pharma presented long-term data on Leqselvi 8 mg tablets, showing significant scalp hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata patients.

Researchers behind the trial saw a decrease in the Severity of Alopecia Tool (SALT) score from 31 to 11.2 after 3 months of treatment with brevilin-A.

A recent review found hair loss can severely impact self-esteem and body image, leading to social anxiety and emotional distress among affected youth.

Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis were found to significantly increase the risk of developing AA, unlike hyperthyroidism.

This expert review explores the multifaceted causes of female hair loss—hormonal imbalances, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, aging, and oxidative stress—and explores non-pharmaceutical interventions.

Arash Mostaghimi, MD, MPH, MPA, provides insights into what clinicians need to know about deuruxolitinib for severe AA.

Understanding comorbidities such as thyroid dysfunction and vitiligo helps to navigate comprehensive care to achieve long-lasting results in alopecia areata treatment.

In his signature Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2024 session, Shapiro discusses the importance of acting quickly when confronted with a patient who has scarring alopecia.

A recent review found glycyrrhizin improves minoxidil's efficacy in treating AA, showing reduced severity and improved hair density.

Arcutis' study of ARQ-255 aims to address the lack of FDA-approved topical treatments for alopecia areata, a condition affecting roughly 1 in 500 people.

Recent studies found that PRP therapy leads to noticeable decreases in hair shedding and increases in hair thickness.

Researchers identified KLB and EIF3C as potential biomarkers for vitiligo and AA, offering new targets for early diagnosis and treatment.

Approximately 8.8% of patients achieved complete response a year after onset of diphenylcyclopropenone therapy.

A recent study found after 6 months, CGF therapy resulted in a sustained increase in terminal hair density without significant adverse events.

Autologous fat grafting may be able to treat alopecia by controlling inflammation, enhancing symptoms, and boosting hair density.

Qing Yu Christina Weng, MD, shares insights into the drug's advancement following preliminary phase 1 findings.

The investigator in the clinical development program for deuruxolitinib shared data, patient populations to consider, and more in a recent interview.

Data from a retrospective analysis demonstrated that patients with moderate to severe alopecia areata are at a higher risk of developing atopic dermatitis compared to those with mild alopecia areata.

Along with the approval, Sun Pharma is introducing an access program to assist eligible patients in starting and adhering to the treatment.

Marissa Joseph, MD, discussed inflammatory hair disorders in young children, such as CCCA, in a presentation at the SPD's annual meeting.

Results showed that the most common nail concerns associated with or independent of hair loss included pitting, ridging, and white spots.

A recent review suggested there may be a higher risk of AA development after COVID-19 vaccination in patients with a history of AA or thyroid dysfunction.

Walter Liszewski, MD, shares insights into discrepancies between permanent makeup and decorative tattoos and which patients may benefit from permanent makeup.

Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD, shares insights into the complexities of treating alopecia areata and guidance for clinicians.

An analysis explored the feasibility of directing attention towards the thyroid receptor β as a pathway for creating novel medications to address androgenetic alopecia.

Researchers noted differences in microbial evenness, abundance composition, and functional prediction.

The trial reported complete hair regrowth for a number of participants, with 76% of a partial cohort meeting the primary endpoint of 30% improvement.

Researchers found patients with less than 95% hair loss at baseline reached median SALT score 2.4 or less, reflecting almost complete hair regrowth.

In a recent study, platelet-rich plasma not only increased hair regrowth but also rebalanced the scalp microbiome in patients with AGA.