
Spanish dermatology consensus guides alopecia areata treatment escalation, highlighting JAK inhibitors, SALT-based staging, special-population care, and essential screening requirements.

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Spanish dermatology consensus guides alopecia areata treatment escalation, highlighting JAK inhibitors, SALT-based staging, special-population care, and essential screening requirements.

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