Ultraviolet Light-Induced Leukoderma of the Scalp Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia: Senescent Actinic Depigmentation of the Scalp

    September 2009 in “ Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery ”
    Shyam B Verma, Uwe Wollina
    Studysummary This study reports cases of androgenetic alopecia patients with depigmented macules on sun-exposed scalp areas, suggesting potential ultraviolet-induced scalp leukoderma not covered in existing dermatology texts.
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