TLDR Trichostasis spinulosa causes itchy bumps on young adults' skin.
The document discussed trichostasis spinulosa, a common follicular disorder characterized by retained bundles of vellus hairs. It highlighted two variants: a non-itching, comedo-like lesion on the face in the elderly, and an itching, follicular papule variant on the limbs in young adults. The study focused on the pruritic variant in two young adult patients and included a review of existing literature on the condition.
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November 1996 in “Pediatric dermatology” Trichostasis spinulosa can look like acne but usually affects adults, not children.
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November 1985 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The study found clear differences in lesion distribution and microscopic features among trichostasis spinulosa, keratosis pilaris, and eruptive vellus hair cysts.
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September 1973 in “Archives of dermatology” Using tretinoin cream on the skin can get rid of hair plugs caused by Trichostasis spinulosa.
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December 2010 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil use can cause trichostasis spinulosa in long-term hair loss patients.
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January 2012 in “International journal of trichology” Permanent hair removal with lasers may cure itchy black hair bristles on the back.
April 2024 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A rare hair follicle disorder can cause itchy, bluish-black bumps on the body.
126 citations,
January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that understanding hair structure is key to diagnosing hair abnormalities and recommends gentle hair care for management.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
