research Chronic Crusted Scalp Lesion of an Elderly Male
An elderly man's non-healing scalp lesion was successfully treated with a strong topical steroid.
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research At a glance: Alopecia areata vs telogen effluvium, and seborrhoeis dermatitis vs scalp psoriasis
Different scalp conditions have distinct features and causes.
research Linear lupus panniculitis of the scalp presenting as alopecia along Blaschko’s lines: A distinct variant of lupus panniculitis in East Asians?
A unique type of lupus panniculitis causes reversible hair loss on the scalp in East Asians.
research Postoperative Necrosis Following Bilateral Lateral Scalp Reduction
The conclusion is that bilateral lateral scalp reduction has a high risk of severe complications, leading doctors to stop using it.
research A morphometric and histologic study of the scalp in psoriasis. Paradoxical sebaceous gland atrophy and decreased hair shaft diameters without alopecia.
Psoriasis on the scalp causes smaller oil glands and thinner hair but doesn't lead to hair loss.
research Sensitive scalp – scratching for a cause and remedy
research Under pressure? Alopecia related to surgical duration
Long surgeries can cause temporary hair loss due to pressure on the scalp.
research Do There Need to Be Visible Lesions to Diagnose Tinea Capitis?
Visible lesions are not always needed to diagnose tinea capitis.
research Acquired progressive kinking of the hair in the setting of Parry-Romberg Syndrome
A woman with Parry-Romberg syndrome developed new curly hair on one side of her scalp, a condition not previously linked to the syndrome.
research Lupus Erythematosus Profundus with Multiple Overlying Cutaneous Ulcerations: A Rare Case
A patient with a rare form of lupus improved after treatment for skin ulcers and hair loss on the face and scalp.
research Differential diagnosis of posterior scalp hair loss
Early and accurate diagnosis of posterior scalp hair loss is crucial for effective treatment and better outcomes.
research Tinea capitis mimicking dissecting cellulitis of the scalp: a histopathologic pitfall when evaluating alopecia in the post‐pubertal patient
A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.
research Adjuncts to Scalp Reduction Surgery: Intraoperative Tissue Expanders and Hyaluronidase
Using tissue expanders and hyaluronidase in scalp reduction surgery allows for more scalp removal and easier surgery.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: a multicentre study
High-potency steroids or tacrolimus are effective treatments for Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp.
research Scalp lesions, in images
Different scalp conditions can lead to hair loss or tumors, with treatments varying from creams to surgery; early detection is crucial.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Resultant Cutaneous Nodules on Scalp
PRP injections for hair loss may cause scalp nodules that can persist but often regress on their own.
research Hematoma after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy and Hair Transplantation for Androgenic Alopecia: A Case Report
PRP therapy and hair transplants can cause rare but treatable scalp hematomas.
research Review Article: Post-Trauma Scalp Reconstruction
Modern techniques improve scalp reconstruction after trauma.
research Atypical pediatric presentation of alopecic and aseptic nodules of the scalp with features of dissecting cellulitis
A 9-year-old boy had a rare scalp condition usually seen in young men.
research Scalp Surgery: Anatomic and Biomechanical Considerations
The document concludes that following specific surgical guidelines can improve scalp surgery results and reduce complications.
research Aesthetic Importance of the Parietal Eminence Area (Posterior Parietal Triangle), an Essential Island of Scalp Requiring Hair Restoration
Hair restoration should include the parietal eminence area for better balance in frontal and lateral profiles and to improve the head's contours.
research Lichen Planopilaris Trichoscopy in Caucasian Scalp: A Review
Early detection of scalp signs can prevent permanent scarring in Lichen Planopilaris.
research An algorithmic approach to scalp reconstructive surgery: maximization of cosmetic and functional outcomes
The approach improves scalp surgery results by tailoring techniques to defect size and location.
research Halo scalp ring: an undiagnosed neonatal scalp alopecia
Halo Scalp Ring is a rare newborn hair loss that can be missed, and early diagnosis can avoid extra tests and worry for parents.
research The itchy scalp
Scalp itching can be caused by various skin conditions, hair loss, allergies, or anxiety.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp
Topical steroids can manage chronic scalp pustules in elderly women.
research Parietal scalp is another affected area in female pattern hair loss: an analysis of hair density and hair diameter
Parietal scalp area has lower hair density and smaller hair diameter in women with hair loss.
research A 43-Year-Old Woman with a Solitary, Asymptomatic Nodule on the Scalp
A woman's scalp nodule was a common, harmless pilar cyst, treated by surgical removal.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp following topical ingenol mebutate for actinic keratoses
Two elderly men developed scalp inflammation after using a gel for skin lesions, which healed with treatment except for some permanent hair loss.
research Surgery combined with photodynamic therapy for the case of perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens: A case report
Combining surgery and photodynamic therapy effectively treated a rare scalp condition when other treatments failed.