Videodermoscopy Does Not Enhance Diagnosis of Scalp Contact Dermatitis Due to Topical Minoxidil

    January 2009 in “ International Journal of Trichology ”
    Antonella Tosti, Aline Donati, Colombina Vincenzi, Gabriella Fabbrocini
    Studysummary In this study, researchers found that dermoscopy does not provide distinguishing features for diagnosing scalp contact dermatitis from topical minoxidil compared to other causes of severe scalp itching.
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