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chronic scalp condition causing painful nodules and hair loss

Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp, also known as Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens, is a rare, chronic inflammatory condition that affects the scalp. It is characterized by painful, swollen nodules and abscesses that can lead to scarring and permanent hair loss. The exact cause is unknown, but it is thought to involve follicular occlusion and secondary bacterial infection. Treatment often includes antibiotics, corticosteroids, and sometimes surgical intervention.

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Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient

research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient

33 citations, December 2013 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology”

A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.

research Is This Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp in a White Child?

June 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

The case suggests that dissecting cellulitis of the scalp can occur in a White child and should be considered when diagnosing pediatric scarring alopecia.

research Trichoscopy of Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: Exclamation Mark Hairs and White Dots as Markers of Disease Chronicity

15 citations, November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Exclamation mark hairs suggest early scalp disease, while white dots indicate it's chronic.

research Improvement of Recalcitrant Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp After a Trial of Upadacitinib

1 citations, January 2024 in “Curēus”

Upadacitinib significantly improved a man's severe scalp condition when other treatments failed.

research Treatments for Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Systematic Review and Treatment Algorithm

1 citations, September 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy”

More research is needed to find the best treatment for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp.

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