TLDR More research is needed to find the best treatment for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp.
Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (DCS) is a chronic inflammatory condition that leads to abscesses, nodules, fistulas, and scarring alopecia, making it difficult to manage. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of DCS treatments by analyzing 110 relevant articles involving 417 patients. Most studies were case reports or series, with treatment options including systemic antibiotics, oral retinoids, biologics, procedural treatments, combination agents, and topical treatments. Oral retinoids and photodynamic therapy were the most studied interventions. The review highlights the need for randomized controlled trials to establish a robust, evidence-based treatment approach for DCS.
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August 2018 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Researchers found that dissecting folliculitis of the scalp is linked to obesity, severity increases with duration and number of nodules, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
165 citations
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Online Journal” New treatments for Dissecting cellulitis show promise, but more research is needed to understand the disease and establish a standard treatment plan.
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June 2011 in “Colombia medica” A patient with a rare scalp condition showed improvement with isotretinoin and other medications.
6 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” The article concludes that careful examination is crucial for the timely diagnosis and treatment of a rare scalp condition in an Aboriginal Canadian teenager.
36 citations
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April 2005 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Radiation therapy is an effective treatment for severe scalp cellulitis with mild side effects and no long-term complications.
51 citations
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October 2002 in “Archives of dermatology” The document does not conclude the effectiveness of the 800-nm pulsed-diode laser for treating scalp cellulitis.
