research A woman with focal alopecia
A 65-year-old woman has a growing bald spot on her scalp.
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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 Inflammatory Tinea Capitis: Non-healing Plaque on the Occiput of a 4-year-old Child
Tinea capitis can cause scalp issues in children and should be considered in similar cases; treatment with griseofulvin and selenium sulfide is effective.
research Dermoscopy of neoplastic alopecia secondary to cutaneous metastasis from breast carcinoma
Recognizing specific scalp patterns can help diagnose hair loss linked to breast cancer spread.
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 Psoriasis treatment in difficult locations: scalp, nails, and intertriginous areas
Treating psoriasis on the scalp, nails, and skin folds is challenging, often requiring systemic treatments for severe cases, with some success in topical and biologic treatments.
research An Erythematous Plaque With Overlying Alopecia on the Scalp of a Child —Diagnosis
The child was diagnosed with cutaneous leishmaniasis.
research Basaloid follicular hamartoma, total body hair loss and SLE
Aggressive SLE treatment helped hair regrowth and improved oral plaque, but scalp lesions stayed.
research An overview of scalp dermatoses in a tertiary care institute
Scalp skin conditions are more common in young adults and teenagers, especially males, with itching being the main complaint. The most common conditions are psoriasis and alopecia areata, and these can significantly affect a person's social life due to their psychological impact.
research Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp
Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is a condition that causes inflammation and scarring on the scalp, mainly affecting African-American men, and can lead to permanent hair loss.
research Diffuse variants of scalp lichen planopilaris: Clinical, trichoscopic, and histopathologic features of 40 patients
A new variant of lichen planopilaris causing diffuse hair thinning was identified.
research Primary Scarring Alopecia: Clinical-Pathological Review of 72 Cases and Review of the Literature
The conclusion is that primary scarring alopecia is a complex condition that requires early and accurate diagnosis for effective treatment.
research The manifestation of discoid lupus erythematosus on the scalp
Discoid lupus erythematosus can cause scarring hair loss on the scalp, needing ongoing treatment and specialist care.
research Desmoplastic melanoma presenting as an alopecic patch in a young patient
A man had a rare skin cancer that looked like a bald spot.
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.
research A case of scarring alopecia
The woman was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris and can be treated with corticosteroids.
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 Disseminated Small Papules on the Face: A Quiz
The woman's skin and hair symptoms were confirmed as frontal fibrosing alopecia, and while facial papules are common in such cases, there's no effective local treatment, but systemic treatments can help.
research Trichoscopic Patterns of Scalp Dermatoses: An Observational Cross-sectional Study
Trichoscopic patterns often overlap in scalp disorders, so dermatologists need to stay updated.
research PHOTO GALLERY. CLINICAL VARIANTS OF LICHEN PLANUS WITH LESIONS OF THE SCALP
Lichen planus on the scalp can cause scarring hair loss and has four main types.
research Alopecic Plaques in a Cook
Stopping the use of a tight headband and using specific treatments led to partial hair regrowth.
research Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp with Excellent Response to Isotretinoin
Oral isotretinoin effectively treated the man's painful scalp condition and hair loss.
research Co‐localization of alopecia areata and lichen planopilaris in a patient receiving immunosuppressants: A rare case
A woman on immunosuppressants developed two rare scalp conditions, which improved with specific treatments.
research Widespread and eruptive comedonal lesions with alopecia
A man with skin and hair symptoms improved partially with specific treatment.
research Squamous cell carcinoma arising within folliculitis decalvans
Chronic scalp inflammation can turn into cancer, so regular check-ups are important.
research Grahams Little Piccardi Lausseur Syndrome - A Rare Case Report with Review of Literature
Early diagnosis of GLPLS is crucial to prevent complications, but scarring alopecia is irreversible.
research BH10 Granulomatous scarring alopecia associated with rheumatoid arthritis: a case report with distinct folliculocentric granulomas histologically mimicking granulomatous alopecia areata
A woman with rheumatoid arthritis had a unique type of scarring hair loss not caused by infection, requiring early treatment to avoid permanent hair loss.
research Lichen planopilaris [cicatricial (scarring) alopecia] in a child
A 12-year-old boy's hair loss and skin issues improved significantly with medication.
research Scalp Involvement in Primary Cutaneous Lymphomas—An Update on Clinical Presentation, Diagnostics, and Management
Scalp involvement in primary cutaneous lymphomas is common and can be aggressive, requiring careful attention.
research Sisaipho: A New Form of Presentation of Alopecia Areata
Researchers identified a new hair loss pattern called "sisaipho type," where hair is lost across the scalp except around the edges.