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ArticleClinical and experimental vaccine research2025

Alopecia universalis following human papillomavirus vaccine administration: a case report.

Yinhua Wu, Xiaoyan Liu, Jianjun Qiao, Hong Fang

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Yinhua WuDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1729-3958
Xiaoyan LiuDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2463-5695
Jianjun QiaoDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3386-297X
Hong FangDepartment of Dermatology, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4940-9662

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Abstract

The 9-valent human papillomavirus vaccine (9vHPV) protects against 9 HPV genotypes linked to cervical cancer and genital warts. While rare, HPV vaccines may trigger autoimmune reactions. Alopecia areata (AA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes non-scarring alopecia. Similarly, the development of AA induced by vaccines is a rare occurrence. This report presents a case of a healthy female who developed alopecia universalis after 9vHPV vaccination, aiming to document the event, share treatment, and highlight the need for prompt medical attention.

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Adverse eventAlopecia universalisHuman papillomavirus vaccine

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