Coexistent frontal fibrosing alopecia with ophiasis pattern alopecia areata in a young female: A case report and review of the literature

    July 2024 in “ Clinical Case Reports ”
    Mahsa Babaei, Ghasem Rahmatpour Rokni, Fatemeh Montazer, Nasim Gholizadeh
    TLDR Recognizing rare hair loss patterns in young females can improve understanding and treatment.
    This case report discusses a rare occurrence of coexistent Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) and ophiasis pattern Alopecia Areata (AA) in a young female, suggesting a potential shared pathophysiology between the two conditions. The study emphasizes the importance of recognizing this rare manifestation, particularly in young females, to better understand the underlying mechanisms and improve diagnosis and treatment strategies.
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