Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases: News and Research on Alopecia Areata

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Study looks at treatment patterns for alopecia areata

For patients with alopecia areata (AA), corticosteroids are the most commonly used treatment, and by one year, 71.8 percent are receiving no treatment, according to a study published online Sept. 20 in JAMA Dermatology.

FDA approves Litfulo for teens, adults with alopecia areata

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Litfulo (ritlecitinib) for adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older with severe alopecia areata at a recommended dose of 50 mg. Approval of Litfulo was granted to Pfizer.

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