The Scalp Involvements in Connective Tissue Diseases

January 2011 in “ Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications ”

Niang Suzanne Oumou, M. Coumé, Ndiaye Maodo, Diop Assane, Diatta Boubacar Ahy, Diallo Moussa, Dieng Mame Thierno, Assane Kane

Studysummary This study reported that connective tissue diseases frequently lead to severe scalp and hair issues, including a risk of permanent cicatricial alopecia, particularly among young women.

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