Turner's Syndrome Associated With Psoriasis and Alopecia Areata

January 2003 in “ Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology ”

Paolo Rosina, G Segalla, M. Magnanini, C. Chieregato, Annalisa Barba

Turner's syndrome psoriasis alopecia areata scalp psoriasis topical therapy autoimmune diseases histological evaluation alopecia topical treatment autoimmune conditions

TLDR Turner's syndrome may be linked to autoimmune diseases like psoriasis and alopecia areata, needing comprehensive care.

This case report described an 18-year-old girl with Turner's syndrome who also had alopecia areata and psoriasis. She had psoriasis on her scalp for 5 years and alopecia for 6 months, confirmed by histological evaluation. Topical therapy helped with psoriasis but not alopecia. The co-occurrence of these conditions in Turner's syndrome suggested a genetic link and a predisposition to autoimmune diseases. Psychological factors like anxiety and depression might have triggered these conditions. Multidisciplinary management, including psychological and educational support, was recommended for treatment.