What is your preferred treatment algorithm for a patient with alopecia universalis who has failed oral and intralesional steroids?
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Dermatology · Boston University School of Medicine
My treatment ladder for severe AA is:
- Potent topical steroid under occlusion
- Contact sensitization therapy
- Oral Jak inhibitor
- Addition of low-dose oral minoxidil after 3 months if no response
I sometimes use oral steroids for acute progressive disease. I do not think ILK is practical for severe d...
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Dermatology · LindaSusan Marcus, MD
Jaks are now state-of-the-art if there are no contraindications. There are now 2 approved Jaks.