Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: Unraveling the Complexities of a Scarring Hair Disorder

    Giovanna Aldonza Ríos López, Gladys Montserrat Ballesteros Solís
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    TLDR CCCA is a scarring hair disorder mainly affecting people of African descent, needing better awareness and treatment.
    Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) is a scarring hair disorder primarily affecting individuals of African descent. This article delves into the clinical features, underlying causes, diagnostic difficulties, and new treatment approaches for CCCA. By integrating recent research, the goal is to improve awareness, enable early diagnosis, and investigate new treatments for this complex condition. A thorough understanding of CCCA is crucial for clinicians to enhance patient care and support advancements in hair disorder research.
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