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GlossaryErosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp

rare scalp condition causing painful erosions, pustules, and crusts

Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp (EPDS) is a rare inflammatory condition characterized by painful erosions, pustules, and crusts on the scalp. It primarily affects older adults and can lead to scarring and permanent hair loss if not treated. The exact cause is unknown, but it is often associated with trauma, sun damage, or previous skin conditions.

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research Erosive Pustulosis of the Scalp: 3 Cases

January 2005 in “Digest of the World Core Medical Journals”

Oral zinc gluconate and topical steroids significantly improved a rare scalp condition in three elderly patients.

research Tacrolimus in Solution as an Option to Inflammatory Conditions of the Scalp

April 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

Tacrolimus solution is effective and well-tolerated for treating inflammatory scalp conditions.

research Erosive Pustulosis of the Scalp: 3 Cases

9 citations, May 2005 in “Annales de dermatologie et de vénéréologie”

Oral zinc and topical steroids can effectively treat chronic scalp pustules and hair loss in elderly patients.

research Inflammatory Complications After Hair Transplantation: Report of 10 Cases

1 citations, July 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Inflammatory complications are rare after hair transplants but can happen months later, and checking for skin conditions before surgery is important.

research Case Reports on Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of Scalp: A Cross-Sectional Study at a Tertiary Care Centre

February 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology”

EPDS is a rare, chronic scalp condition that's hard to treat and needs better awareness for improved outcomes.

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