Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition that leads to hair loss, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. The emotional and psychological impact of this condition can be significant, leading to a quest for effective treatments. In recent years, a promising breakthrough has emerged in the form of JAK inhibitors, offering hope for those struggling with alopecia… Read More
New Treatments For Alopecia Areata
Xeljanz and JAK inhibitors for Alopecia Areata Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease in which hair cells are attacked by the immune system, leading to patches of hair loss. This is often a relapsing-remitting condition. The mainstay of current treatments are intralesional steroid injections, topical steroids, and immunotherapy, such as squaric acid. A number… Read More
Platelet Rich Plasma For Hair Loss Increases Hair Counts
Injection of the scalp with platelet rich plasma has become a popular method for treating hair loss, especially andogenetic alopecia (also known as pattern baldness). A recent study further supports this treatment approach. In a 40 patient study of men and women with androgenetic alopecia, injection with platelet rich plasma (PRP) resulted in substantial improvement… Read More
Methotrexate for Alopecia Areata
Call 973-763-7546 for an Alopecia Areata Consultation Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition in which the immune cells attack hair follicles causing hair loss. Although not a dangerous condition, it can be very distressing. In many cases alopecia areata is self-limiting, and the patches of hair loss resolve spontaneously over several months. However, some… Read More
Hair Transplantation
Hair transplantation is a surgical technique that moves hair follicles from the stable area of of the scalp (typically posterior portion) to the thinning or balding portion of the scalp (typically crown, temples, or frontal portion). It can be used for management of pattern alopecia, traction alopecia, and in special cases burned out scarring alopecia… Read More
Hair Loss Consultation Now Available
SOMA Skin & Laser is now offering consultations for hair loss for men and women. In addition to a medical evaluation includes assessment for hair transplantation and innovative procedures such as platelet rich plasma (PRP) and Acell Hair Regrowth Therapy (Please note that these procedures are not covered by insurance).
