research Leprosy on the scalp
A man from Brazil had a rare case of leprosy on his scalp, which improved with treatment.
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630-660 / 1000+ results research The Role of Sebaceous Gland Activity and Scalp Microfloral Metabolism in the Etiology of Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff
Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis are caused by yeast feeding on scalp oils, leading to irritation and flaking.
research Telogen effluvium after contact dermatitis in the scalp * Eflúvio telógeno após dermatite de contato no couro cabeludo *
A patient experienced intense hair loss due to telogen effluvium after scalp contact dermatitis, but hair regrew completely within two months without further treatment.
research Seborrheic Dermatitis Revisited: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Emerging Therapies—A Narrative Review
New treatments for seborrheic dermatitis show promise for difficult cases.
research Pityriasis versicolor on the scalp: An unusual distribution of a common disease
A boy's scalp infection, usually found on the body, was effectively treated with antifungal cream.
research Psoriatic alopecia
Psoriasis can cause temporary or permanent hair loss.
research Circumferential acute limited exanthematous pustulosis
A 16-year-old girl's skin rash was likely caused by an infection and improved with topical steroids.
research What is causing this patient's worsening rash after topical corticosteroid use?
The rash worsened due to a fungal infection masked by corticosteroids.
research The Significance of Scalp Involvement in Pemphigus: A Literature Review
Scalp involvement is common in pemphigus and can lead to hair loss, with the severity of scalp lesions linked to overall disease severity.
research Lupus Panniculitis of the Scalp Presenting as a Patchy Nonscarring Alopecia: Report of an Uncommon Case
Lupus panniculitis can cause patchy hair loss and was successfully treated with medication.
research Dramatic Response of Scarring Scalp Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) to Intravenous Methylprednisolone, Oral Corticosteroids, and Hydroxychloroquine in a 5-Year-Old Child
A 5-year-old girl's scalp scarring and hair loss from lupus improved with specific medications.
research Black Dot Type Capitis Tinea Appreciates Bacterial Foliculitis
A man with a fungal scalp infection got better after treatment with griseofulvin, cetirizine, and ketoconazole shampoo.
research Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus presenting as erythroderma
A woman with subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus had widespread skin symptoms triggered by medication and sunlight, which improved with specific treatments.
research Análise comparativa de 126 pacientes com lúpus discoide: perfil clínico e imunológico dos pacientes com lesões no couro cabeludo
Scalp lesions in discoid lupus are more common in women and linked to other autoimmune diseases.
research Scalp atrophy secondary to steroid use in patients with scarring alopecia: are topical steroids superior to topical calcineurin inhibitors?
Topical calcineurin inhibitors might be safer than steroids for scarring alopecia, but more research is needed.
research A Current Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge: Tinea Capitis
Early recognition and treatment of tinea capitis are crucial to prevent severe scalp issues and prolonged therapy.
research Lipedematous scalp with lipedematous alopecia: A case report
A woman with a rare scalp condition causing a thick scalp and hair loss didn't improve with steroid treatment.
research Scalp Dysesthesia
Antidepressants may improve or resolve scalp dysesthesia in most patients.
research Distinctive lupus panniculitis of scalp with linear alopecia along Blaschko's lines: a review of the literature
Lupus panniculitis of the scalp causes linear hair loss and needs ongoing treatment to prevent recurrence and lupus.
research Diffuse scalp alopecia in a middle-aged patient
Thorough evaluation is crucial for understanding diffuse scalp hair loss.
research Tufted hair folliculitis after scalp injury.
A man developed recurring scalp inflammation and hair loss after a head injury.
research Tufted Hair Folliculitis Decalvans as a Clinical Diagnostic Sign
Early diagnosis of tufted hair is crucial for managing folliculitis decalvans, a chronic scalp condition.
research Isolated Linear Discoid Lupus Erythematosus of Scalp Following Lines of Blaschko
Linear Discoid Lupus Erythematosus of the scalp can cause hair loss and should be considered in similar cases.
research Effective Treatment of Folliculitis Decalvans With a Combination of Oral Isotretinoin and Rifampicin
Combining oral isotretinoin and rifampicin effectively treats folliculitis decalvans.
research Scalp Dermatology for the Hair Restoration Surgeon
research Geometric alopecia associated with lupus erythematosus panniculitis of the scalp: a case series of nine Korean patients
Lupus erythematosus panniculitis on the scalp can cause unique geometric hair loss patterns.
research Scalp Sarcoidosis with Systemic Involvement: A Case Report and Literature Review
Scalp sarcoidosis can cause hair loss and needs accurate diagnosis and treatment with specific medications.
research Keratinocyte differentiation in psoriatic scalp: morphology and expression of epithelial keratins
Psoriasis causes changes in certain keratins and shrinks sebaceous glands in the scalp.
research Ixekizumab Improved Refractory Erythrodermic Psoriasis with Comorbid Diffuse Alopecia: A Case Report with 52-Week Follow-Up
Ixekizumab effectively treated severe psoriasis and hair loss in a patient.
research Scalp rupture-related acute hair matting in a child: A case letter
Scalp injuries and harsh hair care can cause severe hair matting in children.