research Surgery of Kerion, a Nightmare for Nondermatologists
Misdiagnosing kerion as a bacterial infection can lead to unnecessary surgery and permanent hair loss.
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540-570 / 1000+ results research Late onset nevus comedonicus of scalp: a rare site for an uncommon condition
A rare skin condition appeared on a 19-year-old woman's scalp.
research Nevus psiloliparus: Newly described histopathological features from transverse sections
Nevus psiloliparus lacks mature hair follicles but keeps other skin structures intact.
research Cicatricial Alopecia with Particular Trichoscopic and Histopathological Features
The document concludes that a woman has both Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Simplex Chronicus, a previously unreported combination of conditions.
research Alopecic and aseptic nodules of the scalp: A new case with a systematic review of the literature
Alopecic and aseptic nodules of the scalp are rare, treatable, and often resolve with doxycycline or on their own.
research A rare hair loss in children: Monilethrix
Monilethrix is a rare, inherited condition causing fragile hair and hair loss, with no cure but some treatments may help.
research Arthroderma vanbreuseghemiiinfection in three family members with kerion and tinea corporis
A family got a fungal infection from a boy who had contact with rabbits, but they all recovered with treatment.
research Plica neuropathica: Bird's nest under dermatoscope
Plica neuropathica is a tangled hair condition that may be caused by hair damage or psychiatric issues and is treated by cutting the hair and addressing mental health.
research A case of congenital pili multigemini
A rare, harmless hair condition was found in an infant's eyebrow, needing no treatment.
research PA31 Traction alopecia in the paediatric Sikh population
Avoid tight hairstyles and use minoxidil to prevent and treat hair loss in young Sikh boys.
research Commentary: Erythrasma Capitis and Hair Loss – An Under Diagnosed Entity?
Corynebacterium minutissimum might cause hair loss on the scalp, but it's rarely diagnosed.
research Epidemiology, clinical features, and outcome of the hospitalized patients with Kerion in Fars Province, Iran: an eleven-year retrospective study
Kerion in Fars Province mainly affects boys under 11 linked to animal contact, with varied treatment outcomes.
research Comma Hairs: A New Dermoscopic Marker for Tinea Capitis
Comma hairs are a new sign for identifying scalp fungal infections.
research What's missing from this picture? An approach to alopecia in children
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of alopecia in children relies on thorough examination and history, and while treatments exist, none can alter the course of alopecia areata, which can significantly affect a child's psychological well-being.
research Evaluation of Hair and Scalp Diseases in Pediatric Age Group
Non-scarring hair loss is common in children and needs attention for cosmetic reasons.
research Plica polonica following use of homeopathic antidandruff shampoo containing canthalin
A homeopathic antidandruff shampoo caused severe hair matting in a girl.
research Queratose folicular espinulosa decalvante: relato de caso
A rare genetic disease caused severe, worsening hair loss from early childhood with poor treatment results.
research Alopecia: Kids are not just little people
Hair loss in children is diagnosed and treated differently than in adults, with different common causes and a focus on less invasive methods.
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 A tricky case of hair loss in a child: Trichoscopy saves the day
Trichoscopy helped diagnose and cure a child's hair loss caused by a fungal infection.
research Primary idiopathic pseudopelade of brocq: Five case reports
Primary idiopathic pseudopelade of Brocq causes gradual, scarring hair loss with no effective treatment.
research Phylloid terminal hair nevus: A unique clinical entity
A baby had a unique skin condition with a pale patch and surrounding dark hairs, not linked to other health issues.
research 43367 Infantile Pacinian Neurofibroma: A Rare Neurogenic Tumor
A rare benign scalp tumor in an infant requires surgical removal.
research Clinical trends of scalp alopecia areata: a tertiary care hospital based observational study
Scalp alopecia areata mostly affects young adult males, often starts suddenly, and usually presents as single, patchy lesions.
research Lichen Planopilaris with Pili Torti and Ectodermal Dysplasia: a hair curling case report.
Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent irreversible hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris.
research Hair casts (pseudonits)
The girl had harmless hair casts, not lice.
research Focal Asymptomatic Hair Loss in an Adolescent: A Case Report
A 13-year-old boy had a rare, stable type of hair loss with little chance of regrowth, but treatment is available for looks.
research Congenital triangular alopecia - A case report
Congenital triangular alopecia is a hair loss condition present from birth or early childhood with no effective treatment needed.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome in an Indian Child with Trichoscopic Features
Loose anagen hair syndrome in children often resolves on its own.
research A 62-Year-Old Woman with Mild Hair Loss and Scalp Itching
A 62-year-old woman with hair loss and scalp itching was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris, treated initially with topical corticosteroids, and other possible treatments include systemic steroids, antimalarials, and more.