Trichoscopy as a Useful Method to Differentiate Tinea Capitis from Alopecia Areata in Children at Zagazig University Hospitals

    September 2016 in “ International Journal of Dermatology ”
    Mohamed A. Amer, Afaf Helmy
    Studysummary This study aimed to identify trichoscopic features that help differentiate between tinea capitis and alopecia areata in children, enhancing diagnosis and treatment decisions visually and non-invasively.
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