Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder
July 2008
in “
Dermatologic Therapy
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Folliculitis decalvans scarring hair loss follicular pustules erythema tufting Staphylococcus aureus immune response oral antibiotics rifampin clindamycin topical antibiotics antiseptics corticosteroids isotretinoin dapsone oral zinc sulfate surgery FD pustules redness Staph infection antibiotics Rifadin Cleocin steroids Accutane Dapsone zinc supplements
Studysummary This review outlines the diagnosis and management of folliculitis decalvans, an inflammatory scalp disorder, and highlights Staphylococcus aureus and immune response deficiencies as key factors in its development.
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