study on the use of microneedling in the treatment of Alopecia X in Pomeranian dogs
Subject Areas : Smal Animal Medicine
Dorsa Dinashi
1
,
seyed morteza razaghi manesh
2
,
Seyyedeh Omolbanin Ghasemian
3
,
Fateme Homayoon
4
1 - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Graduate, Department of Veterinary Medicine Sho.C., Islamic Azad University, Shoushtar, Iran
2 - Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences Sho.C., Islamic Azad University, Shoushtar, Iran
3 - Department of Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Beh. C., Islamic Azad University, Behbahan, Iran
4 - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Student, Department of Veterinary Medicine Sho.C., Islamic Azad University, Shoushtar, Iran
Keywords: Pomeranian, Microneedling, Alopecia X,
Abstract :
Alopecia X is a common skin condition in Pomeranians characterized by symmetrical, non-inflammatory alopecia. Previous treatments with various topical and systemic drugs have had varying degrees of success. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of microneedling in inducing long-term hair regrowth in Pomeranians with alopecia X. 40 neutered Pomeranians with confirmed alopecia X were enrolled in control and treatment groups. The dogs had not responded to previous treatments with deslorelin, melatonin, and topical minoxidil. Under anesthesia, the skin was punctured with a microneedling device. The dogs were followed for 6 months. Five weeks after microneedling, hair regrowth started, accompanied by a reduction in hyperpigmentation. At 12 weeks, a 90% improvement in coat coverage in previously alopecic areas was observed. At 6 months, the coat remained stable without adverse effects. This is the first report showing that microneedling can induce long-term hair regrowth in dogs with alopecia X. The results suggest that microneedling stimulates hair follicle regeneration, potentially by activating stem cells, increasing blood flow, and modulating inflammatory pathways. ong-term studies in a larger number of dogs are needed to confirm these initial findings and determine whether the hair regrowth is permanent. However, this study indicates that microneedling represents a promising new treatment option for alopecia X in Pomeranians. Microneedling may improve the quality of life of affected dogs by stimulating hair regrowth and reducing the cosmetic impact of this challenging condition.
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