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New Treatment for Alopecia Areata Brings Hope to Local Teen Patients

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After they lost their hair, they found their voices. Now, two local teens and their families want to raise awareness about a lesser-known treatment for the condition that once robbed them of their self-confidence.  At age 15, Luke Campbell hid his hair loss under a hat.  “I started getting more and more bald spots for about six months, and I never thought I’d completely lose everything,” he said.  More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch But Camp…

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Hair loss has become a growing concern, especially among the population over 35 years of age, who experience a weakening of hair follicles. Dermatologists and aestheticists point out that the causes of hair loss are due to genetic factors, health problems and life habits, however, they agree that the main cause today is the social pressure and lifestyle of Venezuelans, marked by the economic and social crisis. A study carried out by the Dermatol…

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1330 & 95.5 WFIN broke the news in on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
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