Could a common skin acid help stop scarring hair loss?
NCT ID NCT05416333
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This early study tests whether azelaic acid, a substance that reduces inflammation, can help women with a specific type of scarring hair loss called CCCA. The study compares azelaic acid to a placebo in 18 women to see if it slows hair loss and improves symptoms. The goal is to find a new way to control this condition.
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Wake Forest University Health Scieces
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States
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