Trichoscopy of Scalp Folliculotropic Mycosis Fungoides: A Review of the Literature

    July 2026 in “ Dermatology Practical & Conceptual ”
    Francesca Pampaloni, Stephano Cedirian, Daniel Fernandes Melo … Michela Starace
    Studysummary This review assessed trichoscopic findings in folliculotropic mycosis fungoides of the scalp, reporting features like milky-red globules and distinct vascular patterns, but noted the predominance of small studies and the need for larger research to validate trichoscopy's diagnostic utility for this condition.
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