Post Herpetic Itch Leading to Frictional Alopecia of Eyebrow and Scalp: A Previously Undescribed Phenomenon

    November 2023 in “ Indian Dermatology Online Journal ”
    Shyam B. Verma, Deepak Jakhar
    Studysummary This case report describes post herpetic itch leading to frictional alopecia of the eyebrows and scalp due to frequent rubbing caused by neuropathic itch.
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