Dermoscopic Findings in Scalp Psoriasis and Seborrheic Dermatitis: Two New Signs; Signet Ring Vessel and Hidden Hair

    December 2014 in “ Indian Journal of Dermatology ”
    Melike Kibar, Şebnem Aktan, Muzaffer Bilgin
    Studysummary This study found that trichoscopy can effectively differentiate scalp psoriasis from seborrheic dermatitis by identifying specific trichoscopic patterns such as hidden hairs, signet ring vessels, and comma vessels.
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    Research cited in this study 4

    1. Trichoscopy for Common Hair Loss Diseases: Algorithmic Method for Diagnosis The Journal of Dermatology · 2010
    2. The Histopathologic Spectrum of Psoriasis Clinics in Dermatology · 2007
    3. Videodermoscopy in the Evaluation of Hair and Scalp Disorders Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2006
    4. Psoriasis of the Scalp: Diagnosis and Management American Journal of Clinical Dermatology · 2001

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