Erosive Pustular Dermatosis And Associated Alopecia Successfully Treated With Topical Tacrolimus

August 2011 in “ Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ”

Nicole B. Tardio, Theodore J. Daly

erosive pustular dermatosis scarring alopecia topical tacrolimus EPD alopecia Protopic

TLDR Topical tacrolimus can effectively treat erosive pustular dermatosis and related hair loss.

The document discussed a case of erosive pustular dermatosis (EPD) of the scalp, characterized by pustules, erosions, and crusting, which often led to scarring alopecia. It highlighted that EPD was frequently under-diagnosed in the United States, potentially leading to unnecessary surgeries. The condition was successfully treated with topical tacrolimus, suggesting a non-surgical treatment option for this often misdiagnosed condition.

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