Frontal fibrosing alopecia
MONDO:0016776Frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) is a rare variant of lichen planopilaris characterized by symmetrical, progressive, band-like anterior hair loss of the scalp.
Also known as: FFA
5 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can a cream regrow hair lost to frontal fibrosing alopecia?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests a cream called delgocitinib in 30 adults with frontal fibrosing alopecia, a condition that causes hair loss at the front of the scalp. Everyone in the study will use the cream for 24 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in hairline and hair counts to s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Maryanne Makredes Senna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hair loss drug showdown: which works better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two medicines, hydroxychloroquine and methotrexate, to see which works better for frontal fibrosing alopecia, a type of scarring hair loss that mainly affects women. About 50 adults who choose to start one of these treatments will be followed for up to 48 week…
Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New laser zaps annoying facial bumps in hair loss condition
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a special laser (1726nm) can safely shrink small bumps that appear on the face in people with frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA). Ten adults with FFA and facial papules will receive the laser treatment. Doctors will measure changes in bump size and number using …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC