Diagnostic Value of Trichoscopic Findings of Hair and Scalp in Dissecting Cellulitis: Case Report and Review of the Literature
February 2026
in “
Dermatology Reports
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Studysummary In this case study, trichoscopy was found to be a valuable non-invasive tool for diagnosing dissecting cellulitis of the scalp, enabling early detection and intervention to prevent disease progression and reduce the need for invasive procedures.
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Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (DCS) is a rare chronic inflammatory condition that can lead to scarring alopecia if untreated. This case report of a 28-year-old female with DCS demonstrates the diagnostic value of trichoscopy, a non-invasive imaging technique. Trichoscopy identified key features such as yellow dots, broken hairs, and tufted hairs, which are indicative of primary scarring alopecia. The findings suggest that trichoscopy can facilitate early diagnosis and intervention, potentially preventing disease progression and reducing the need for invasive procedures like biopsies. This highlights the importance of trichoscopy in distinguishing DCS from other types of alopecia.
