alopecia areata

Alopecia Areata: An Update

Dr. Susan Taylor presented information about the pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of alopecia areata (AA). AA has a significant impact on patient quality of life, including low self-esteem, emotional distress, mood disturbances, and disrupted relationships. Thus, patients need timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment. First, Taylor discussed AA pathogenesis and clinical features. AA pathogenesis…

Oral Minoxidil for Hair Loss

Dr. Craiglow presented about the use of oral minoxidil for hair loss disorders. First, Dr. Craiglow described the history of oral minoxidil treatment. Oral minoxidil was first used in patients with severe refractory hypertension, and hair growth was reported as a side effect. The exact mechanisms of oral minoxidil are unclear. It functions as a…

JAK Inhibitor Therapy for Alopecia Areata

Dr. Aguh presented about alopecia areata (AA) and treatment with JAK inhibitors. First, Dr. Aguh described AA and the categories of disease severity. Common subtypes of AA include patch, totalis, and universalis; additional subtypes include ophiasis, incognito, and canitis subita, which manifests as sudden graying of the hair. She described that fortunately, most patients have…