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8367946 
Journal Article 
Alopecia areata: Pathogenesis and treatment 
Mitchell, AJ; Krull, EA 
1984 
Yes 
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
ISSN: 0190-9622
EISSN: 1097-6787 
11 
763-775 
English 
Although its etiology remains unknown, evidence has accumulated to support an autoimmune pathogenesis for alopecia areata. Our review summarizes the immunologic data and also examines the role of genetics, atopy, and psychologic stress in this disorder. Until etiology is better understood, treatments for alopecia areata are likely to remain palliative. Nevertheless, newer therapies such as photochemotherapy, topical immunotherapy, and perhaps systemic immunotherapy (e.g., inosiplex) offer new hope for patients with extensive disease. © 1984, American Academy of Dermatology, Inc.. All rights reserved.