Positive Jacquet's Sign in Traction Alopecia

March 2018 in “ JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology ”

Jesus Áncer‐Arellano, Antonella Tosti, César Daniel Villarreal-Villarreal, Sonia Chávez‐Álvarez, Jorge Ocampo‐Candiani

traction alopecia Jacquet's sign hair loss dermatological conditions

TLDR Recognizing Jacquet's sign helps diagnose and treat traction alopecia accurately.

The letter to the editor discussed the observation of a positive Jacquet's sign in patients with traction alopecia. This sign, typically associated with other dermatological conditions, was noted in individuals experiencing hair loss due to prolonged tension on the hair. The authors highlighted the importance of recognizing this sign for accurate diagnosis and management of traction alopecia. The correspondence emphasized the need for awareness among dermatologists to prevent misdiagnosis and ensure appropriate treatment.

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