Inverted Follicular Keratosis in Young Adult: A Rare Entity in the Differential Diagnosis of Skin Tumors
February 2026
in “
Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology
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TLDR Inverted Follicular Keratosis is rare but should be considered in scalp lesion diagnoses for all ages.
Inverted Follicular Keratosis (IFK) is a rare condition in young adults but should still be considered when diagnosing scalp lesions in all age groups. Accurate identification through dermoscopic and histopathologic features is crucial to prevent misclassification and ensure proper treatment. A definitive diagnosis relies heavily on histopathologic assessment.
