Identifying and addressing obstacles to optimal alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis care in the UK.
Gallard S, Schilling S, Holland S, Mowbray M, Conner S, Kaur M, Aftab Y, Raymond B, Matharu G, Amer K, Shams K, Asfour L
Skin Health and DiseaseIn the feed 30 Sep 2026, published online 28 Jul 2026, issue 2026 Oct, added to PubMed 30 Sep 2026
Topics: Atopic dermatitis & eczemaHair
Abstract
Alopecia areata (AA) and atopic dermatitis (AD) are both chronic inflammatory conditions, associated with physical and significant psychosocial burden, with patients facing considerable barriers to care in the UK. In this perspective, we explore gaps in care in the UK healthcare system for patients with AA and AD, gaining insights from healthcare professionals, patients and patient advocates to identify opportunities for improvement within primary care and secondary care.
Abstract from PubMed
PMID 42812966 · DOI 10.1093/skinhd/vzag117