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David J. Goldberg, MD

Cosmetic and Medical Dermatology

Expert Insights: Advanced Therapies for Alopecia Areata

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Alopecia Areata is an unusual immune condition characterized by circular patches of hair loss, affecting the scalp, eyebrows, and eyelashes. While its exact cause is not fully understood, it can have a devastating impact, especially on younger individuals, leading to significant social and psychological issues if more than 50% of hair is lost. Recent advancements include new drugs known as JAK inhibitors, which treat the condition by inhibiting the immune response. Leqselvi, produced by SUN Pharmaceuticals, is one such FDA-approved drug that has shown success in clinical studies, leading to positive transformations in patients affected by Alopecia Areata.

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Immune condition: When the body's immune system attacks itself.

JAK inhibitors: Drugs that block immune response causing hair loss.