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March 2017 in “JAAD Case Reports” This case report describes erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp triggered by contact dermatitis from a glued-on hair piece, marking the first instance of this specific cause.
October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Scalp skin condition LEDS has similar features to Zoon's balanitis, a mucosal skin disorder.
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February 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study of 20 patients with erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp, using trichoscopy improved diagnosis, and treatments with high-potency steroids or topical tacrolimus effectively reduced inflammatory signs, suggesting these as first-line treatments.
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July 2013 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study observed that while topical drug therapy for erosive pustular dermatosis rarely leads to complete resolution, surgery may achieve remission in male patients.
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study concluded that erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp may be a type of spongiotic, pustular superficial folliculitis, sharing similarities with other neutrophilic dermatoses.