Clinicopathology, Trichoscopy, And Treatment Responsiveness Of Folliculitis Decalvans: A Case Series Of Three Pediatric Cases
September 2023
in “
International Journal of Trichology
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Studysummary In this case series, the authors reported effective hair regrowth and resolution of symptoms in three pediatric patients with folliculitis decalvans following treatment with a combination of antibiotics, retinoids, dapsone, and corticosteroids.
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This case series investigates three pediatric cases of Folliculitis Decalvans (FD), a rare inflammatory scalp disorder causing cicatricial alopecia. The study focuses on the clinical, trichoscopic, and histopathological characteristics of FD in children, a group with limited data on this condition. All cases involved methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections and were treated with antibiotics, dapsone, and cetrimide shampoo, leading to significant improvement and partial hair regrowth after 16 weeks. The study highlights the rarity and severity of FD in children, stressing the importance of early intervention to prevent permanent hair loss and psychological distress. Despite the small sample size, the findings offer valuable insights into managing pediatric FD.
