Topical sensitizers in alopecia areata.(Disease Management) From: Dermatology Nursing | Date: August 1, 2004| Author: McMichael, Amy J.; Henderson, Robert L., Jr. | COPYRIGHT 2004 Jannetti Publications, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Though many therapies exist for alopecia areata, one of the most unique is topical sensitization. By altering the pathogenic inflammatory response with few side effects, sensitizers @r an attractive treatment option for many patients with alopecia areata, including those who have previously failed more traditional treatments and those who have extensive disease.

Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease of the hair follicle resulting in patchy or total hair loss from...

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