TLDR AKN might be a skin marker for metabolic syndrome.
The document described a case series of four Indian patients with acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN), an inflammatory disease associated with keloidal scarring alopecias. These patients also had acanthosis nigricans, a skin marker for metabolic syndrome, particularly obesity. Notably, common risk factors for AKN, such as curly hair or helmet use, were absent in these cases. The authors proposed that AKN might be a cutaneous marker for metabolic syndrome, suggesting the need for case-control studies to validate this observation. They hoped their findings would encourage further research into this potential association.
24 citations,
October 2007 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Surgical excision with natural healing effectively treats acne keloidalis nuchae without recurrence.
405 citations,
May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
37 citations,
September 2005 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A man with scalp and neck skin issues improved after a year of oral isotretinoin.
72 citations,
November 2000 in “Archives of Dermatology” Excision with primary closure is an excellent treatment for extensive acne keloidalis nuchae.
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Early detection and treatment of folliculitis keloidalis can prevent disease progression.
May 2024 in “Dermatologic therapy” AKN is a chronic scalp condition in African-descended males, treated with topicals, antibiotics, steroids, and sometimes surgery or laser.
16 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
The combination therapy effectively improved acne keloidalis nuchae.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Acne keloidalis nuchae is a chronic skin condition more common in African men, causing itchy or painful bumps and can lead to permanent hair loss if not treated early.
