Atypical Morphological Patterns of Alopecia Areata with Trichoscopic and Histopathologic Correlation: A Case Series

    March 2026 in “ JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH ”
    Samuel Jeyaraj Daniel, Saranya Selvam, Balaji Ganesh Jayaraman, Rosemin Jose Meleth
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    TLDR Recognizing unusual patterns of hair loss helps dermatologists diagnose and manage Alopecia Areata better.
    This case series identifies three atypical morphological patterns of Alopecia Areata (AA) that differ from the classic forms: the central sparing pattern, the paw pattern, and the punctate pattern. These patterns were confirmed through trichoscopic and histopathologic features. The study emphasizes the importance of recognizing these unusual patterns to assist dermatologists in the accurate diagnosis and management of AA.
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