TLDR Trichofolliculoma, a rare benign hair follicle tumor, can potentially recur.
Trichofolliculoma is a rare, benign tumor of the hair follicle, typically appearing as a single lesion with a tuft of vellum hair. Due to the limited number of documented cases and the lack of a standardized treatment approach, this report aims to provide an observation and review of existing literature to address whether trichofolliculoma can recur.
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January 2022 in “Clinical dermatology review” A young man's cheek papule was identified as a benign hair follicle tumor using a skin surface microscope.
Benign skin tumors need accurate diagnosis to ensure proper treatment.
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July 2011 in “Survey of Ophthalmology” The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.
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July 2021 in “Histopathology” New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.
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January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” The research suggests that p63 and TGF-β1 may help determine tumor type and malignancy in hair follicle and sebaceous tumors.
