Follicular Keratotic Diseases: A Retrospective Study of 50 Cases in a Tertiary Care Center of Rural South India with Dermoscopy and Histopathology Evaluation
December 2025
in “
International Journal of Research in Dermatology
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Studysummary This study observed that keratosis pilaris is the most prevalent follicular keratotic disease, especially in adolescent and young adult females, and emphasized the key role of dermoscopy and histopathology in distinguishing it from other similar disorders and aiding in diagnosis. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
This retrospective study of 50 patients at a tertiary care center in rural South India focused on follicular keratotic diseases (FKD), with keratosis pilaris (KP) identified as the most prevalent condition, particularly affecting adolescent and young adult females. The study utilized dermoscopy and histopathology to differentiate FKD, highlighting the importance of these non-invasive techniques in accurate diagnosis and management. Dermoscopic findings included perifollicular scaling and erythema, while histopathology confirmed hyperkeratosis and follicular dilation. The research underscores the role of dermoscopy in distinguishing KP from other similar disorders, aiding in effective treatment strategies.
