research Kerion – rare, but important form of tinea capitis – a case report
Kerion is a severe scalp infection that needs quick treatment to avoid permanent hair loss in children.
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research Tinea capitis mimicking cicatricial alopecia: What host and dermatophyte factors lead to this unusual clinical presentation?
Some cases of tinea capitis, a fungal scalp infection, can look like scarring hair loss due to the body's immune response and the fungus itself.
research Tufted hair folliculitis developing in a recalcitrant lesion of pemphigus vulgaris
Scalp inflammation can cause multiple hairs to grow from one follicle.
research Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans and acne keloidalis nuchae
A man with scalp and neck skin issues improved after a year of oral isotretinoin.
research Use of Videodermatoscopy in Scalp Disorders
research Single lesion of sarcoidosis presenting as cicatricial alopecia: A rare report from India
Sarcoidosis can cause scarring hair loss on the scalp, which is rare.
research INDIVIDUAL ARTICLE: Insights on the Impact of Scalp Barrier Condition on Hair Health
Healthy scalp is crucial for hair growth and preventing dandruff.
research Lichen planopilaris
Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.
research Short Anagen Syndrome
Short anagen syndrome causes short hair that may grow longer after puberty.
research Infections, Infestations and Neoplasms of the Scalp
The chapter explains common scalp conditions, including infections, infestations, and tumors.
research Scalp alopecias in richly pigmented patients
Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
research Post Herpetic Itch Leading to Frictional Alopecia of Eyebrow and Scalp-A Hitherto Undescribed Phenomenon
Severe itching from shingles can cause hair loss due to rubbing.
research Cladosporium scalp infection.
An 11-year-old girl's hair loss was caused by a Cladosporium fungal infection, which was cured with itraconazole treatment.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: Clinical, trichoscopic, and histopathologic features of 20 cases
The conclusion is that high-potency steroids or tacrolimus are effective treatments for erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp.
research Tinea Capitis Induced by Barber Shaving: Isolation of Trichophyton tonsurans
Unsanitary barber practices can spread scalp infections, treatable with oral antifungals.
research Biologic Therapies and Small-Molecule Inhibitors for Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Systematic Review
TNFα inhibitors are effective and well-tolerated for treating severe scalp cellulitis.
research Kerion
The boy had a fungal scalp infection called kerion, which was cured with oral antifungal medication.
research Tinea capitis mimicking folliculitis decalvans
A scalp infection was treated successfully, leading to full hair regrowth.
research Scalp demodicosis: Trichoscopy unveiling the overlooked
Early recognition and treatment of scalp demodicosis can prevent misdiagnosis and effectively resolve symptoms.
research Horizontal and vertical sections of scalp biopsy specimens from dermatomyositis patients with scalp involvement
Scalp biopsies from dermatomyositis patients show chronic hair loss without scarring, with mucin and blood vessel changes being very common.
research Answers to Dermatophile questions
Kerion, a severe scalp infection, causes hair loss and needs oral antifungal treatment.
research A Comprehensive Pathophysiology of Dandruff and Seborrheic Dermatitis – Towards a More Precise Definition of Scalp Health
The document concludes that dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis are linked to inflammation and skin changes, and treating them with specific shampoos can reduce these issues.
research Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome
Dermatologists should consider congenital syndromes like TRPS in young adults with early hair loss.
research An Update on Scalp Psoriasis
Scalp psoriasis treatments like strong corticosteroids and vitamin D3 analogues are effective, especially when combined.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp from topical minoxidil 5% solution
A woman developed a scalp condition from using minoxidil, which improved with a different treatment but left scarring.
research A Case of Hemi‐Isaac's Syndrome
A man with Isaac's syndrome affecting only one side of his body improved after immune system-targeted treatment.
research Internet and Social Media Use Among Patients with Hair and Scalp Disorders: A Behavioral Analysis
Clear guidance and encouragement for in-person medical care are needed for hair and scalp disorders.
research Hair care practices and their association with scalp and hair disorders in African American girls
Certain hairstyles and less hair oil use in African American girls can lead to scalp conditions like traction alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis.
research Pigmentary-Hair-Follicle Unit Under Innovative Pathologic Investigation - Is There a Potential to Improve Outcome of Sensor-Controlled Scalp-Cooling?
research Superficial Epidermolytic Ichthyosis—Hypertrichosis as a Clue to Diagnosis
Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth) can help diagnose superficial epidermolytic ichthyosis.