Diagnosis and Management of Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Part II

March 2008 in “ SKINmed Dermatology for the Clinician ”

Wenyu Wu, Nina Otberg, Kevin J. McElwee, Jerry Shapiro

primary cicatricial alopecia neutrophilic primary cicatricial alopecias folliculitis decalvans dissecting folliculitis mixed primary cicatricial alopecias acne keloidalis acne necrotica erosive pustular dermatosis

TLDR Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial for managing complex hair loss conditions.

The second part of this article reviewed the clinical features, histology, management, and treatment of neutrophilic primary cicatricial alopecias, specifically folliculitis decalvans and dissecting folliculitis, as well as mixed primary cicatricial alopecias, including acne keloidalis, acne necrotica, and erosive pustular dermatosis. The review provided detailed insights into the diagnostic criteria and therapeutic approaches for these conditions, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans to manage these complex forms of hair loss effectively.

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