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Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
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research Sclero-Atrophic Reaction after Botulinum Toxin Injection
A woman had skin and hair issues after a botulinum toxin injection.
research P075 A randomized controlled trial comparing the efficacy and safety of oral tofacitinib vs. methotrexate in moderate-to-severe alopecia areata
Tofacitinib was more effective than methotrexate for treating alopecia areata.
research Coexistence of Malassezia Species and Microsporum canis in the Lesions of Adult with Tinea Capitis
An adult woman with scalp infection recovered after antifungal treatment, with no return of symptoms.
research Diffuse Alopecia With Stem Cell Folliculitis
Lymphocytes may hinder hair stem cells, causing hair loss without scarring.
research Trichophyton mentagrophytes mimicking scarring alopecia
Tinea can cause scarring alopecia in children, and fungal culture is crucial for diagnosis.
research Compound Follicles in Folliculitis Decalvans Do Not Contain Vellus and Retained Telogen Follicles—A Pilot Histopathologic Series on Polytrichia
Compound follicles in folliculitis decalvans mainly have active hair follicles.
research Alopecia: Updated management
Effective alopecia treatment depends on the specific cause and includes medications and procedures.
research Clinicopathology, Trichoscopy, and Treatment Responsiveness of Folliculitis Decalvans: A Case Series of Three Pediatric Cases
Early treatment of Folliculitis Decalvans in children can improve inflammation and partially regrow hair.
research EGFR inhibitor-induced folliculitis decalvans: a case series and management guidelines
Early diagnosis and treatment of EGFR inhibitor-induced folliculitis decalvans can prevent permanent hair loss.
research From Misdiagnosis to Targeted Therapy: A Case Report of Folliculitis Decalvans and Lichen Planopilaris Phenotypic Spectrum
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment of similar hair loss conditions.
research [Translated article] Trichoscopy: An Update
Dermatologists should learn trichoscopy to better diagnose hair loss conditions.
research Scarring alopecia associated with the epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor erlotinib
Erlotinib may cause scarring hair loss.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Involving the Limbs Shows Inflammatory Pattern on Histology: A Review of 13 Cases
Frontal fibrosing alopecia on limbs shows permanent inflammatory hair loss, not typical scarring.
research Monilethrix: the use of tricoscopy in clinical diagnosis
Monilethrix is a genetic disorder causing brittle hair, diagnosed using tricoscopy.
research Drug-induced scarring and permanent alopecia
Some drugs can cause permanent hair loss, though it's rare.
research Rapidly progressive diffuse fibrosing alopecia
These hair loss conditions might be part of a spectrum, not separate issues.
research Pseudofolliculitis barbae and acne keloidalis nuchae
Excision and laser techniques can effectively treat acne keloidalis nuchae.
research Alopecia Areata
Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.
research Acantholytic hair casts: A dermoscopic sign of pemphigus vulgaris of the scalp
Hair casts on the scalp may be a sign of ongoing pemphigus vulgaris and could suggest a need to adjust treatment.
research Laser Hair Removal in Alopecia Areata of the Scalp: A Novel Therapeutic Approach
Laser hair removal can be an effective last-resort treatment for men with stubborn Alopecia Areata who want to be uniformly bald.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa/Dissecting Terminal Hair Folliculitis
Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic skin condition best treated early with surgery for better outcomes and less recurrence.
research Dissecting folliculitis (dissecting cellulitis) of the scalp: a 66‐patient case series and proposal of classification
Researchers found that dissecting folliculitis of the scalp is linked to obesity, severity increases with duration and number of nodules, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
research Hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent: an overview
The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
research Geometric classification of scalp hair for valid drug testing, 6 more reliable than 8 hair curl groups
A 6-group hair classification is more reliable for drug testing than an 8-group system.
research Evaluation of standardized scalp photography on patient perception of hair loss severity, anxiety, and treatment
Scalp photography helps patients feel less anxious about hair loss, agree more with doctors on severity, and stay motivated for treatment.
research Role of scalp health in achieving optimal hair growth and retention
Healthy scalp leads to better hair quality and less damage.
research Large-Scale Beard Extraction Enhances the Cosmetic Results of Scalp Hair Restoration in Advanced Androgenetic Alopecia in East Asian Men: A Retrospective Study
Beard hair extraction improves scalp hair restoration results in East Asian men with severe hair loss.
research Hair and Scalp Variation Related to Gender
Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.
research Hair care practices and structural evaluation of scalp and hair shaft parameters in African American and Caucasian women
African American women report more hair issues and use different hair care practices than Caucasian women, and have different hair and scalp characteristics.