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Myth Busters: Alopecia Areata

Doctor + Doctor
Clinical & Scientific Myths
Discover the science behind alopecia areata as experts challenge misconceptions about genetics, nutritional deficiencies, nail involvement, and predicting disease severity.
Alopecia + Treatment
Treatment Myths
Are there effective treatments for alopecia areata? Experts debunk myths about JAK inhibitors, steroids, treatment success, relapse, and managing severe or longstanding disease.
Doctor Patient
Patient Myths
Can stress really cause alopecia areata? Does hair regrowth mean the disease is cured? This expert discussion separates fact from fiction, debunking some of the most common myths.

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Aamir N. Hussain, MD, MAPP
A healthy 3-month-old male infant was brought in by his mother for evaluation of a recurrent blister on his right dorsal hand.
A healthy 3-month-old male infant was brought in by his mother for evaluation of a recurrent blister on his right dorsal hand.
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08/07/2024
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Mental Health Support for Patients With Atopic Dermatitis
09/06/2024
Jessica Garlewicz; Coleen Stern, MA
We know that the mental health burden of having atopic dermatitis is real, but are patients getting the help they need?
We know that the mental health burden of having atopic dermatitis is real, but are patients getting the help they need?
We know that the mental health...
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The Elderderm: Episode 4, Combatting Barriers to Care For Elder Patients
10/16/2024
Adam Friedman, MD
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration...
10/16/2024
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Shared Decision-Making for Older Adult Dermatology Patients
08/05/2024
Jaya Manjunath
This case-based discussion highlights the importance of integrating clinical knowledge with the individualized patient scenario.
This case-based discussion highlights the importance of integrating clinical knowledge with the individualized patient scenario.
This case-based discussion...
08/05/2024
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Type 2 Endotypes and Therapeutic Strategy in Prurigo Nodularis
06/25/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type...
06/25/2026
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itch
Quiz
Fibrosis and Persistent Itch in Prurigo Nodularis
06/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding...
06/15/2026
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Neuroimmune Mechanisms and Cytokine Signaling in Prurigo Nodularis
06/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in...
06/05/2026
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Quiz
Predicting Disease Severity and Persistence in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
04/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in...
04/15/2026
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Type 2 Inflammation and Early Systemic Therapy in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
04/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess advanced clinical reasoning in pediatric atopic dermatitis, including implications of type 2 inflammation for diagnosis, treatment timing, and systemic therapy decisions.
Assess advanced clinical reasoning in pediatric atopic dermatitis, including implications of type 2 inflammation for diagnosis, treatment timing, and systemic therapy decisions.
Assess advanced clinical...
04/05/2026
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Disease Heterogeneity in PN
03/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of...
03/15/2026
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Rethinking Severity and JAK Inhibitor Strategy in Alopecia Areata
03/12/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
How should clinicians redefine severe alopecia areata? When is it appropriate to treat ≤20% scalp involvement with oral JAK inhibitors? This expert-level quiz explores remission durability, treatment withdrawal, and practical strategies for...
How should clinicians redefine severe alopecia areata? When is it appropriate to treat ≤20% scalp involvement with oral JAK inhibitors? This expert-level quiz explores remission durability, treatment withdrawal, and practical strategies for...
How should clinicians redefine...
03/12/2026
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Quiz
Cytokine Hierarchy and Sustained Pruritus in PN
03/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore the hierarchical and cooperative roles of IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 in sustaining chronic itch and inflammation in prurigo nodularis.
Explore the hierarchical and cooperative roles of IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 in sustaining chronic itch and inflammation in prurigo nodularis.
Explore the hierarchical and...
03/10/2026
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Quiz
Type 2 Inflammation as a Pathogenic Driver in Prurigo Nodularis
03/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your understanding of how type 2 immune signaling drives chronic itch in prurigo nodularis through complex neuroimmune interactions.
Test your understanding of how type 2 immune signaling drives chronic itch in prurigo nodularis through complex neuroimmune interactions.
Test your understanding of how...
03/05/2026
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03/02/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
What is a key distinguishing feature of generalized pustular psoriasis that differentiates it from plaque psoriasis?
What is a key distinguishing feature of generalized pustular psoriasis that differentiates it from plaque psoriasis?
What is a key distinguishing...
03/02/2026
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