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January 1992 in “Dermatology” Artificial hair implants can cause severe skin problems, often needing surgical removal.
September 2022 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Dermoscopy helped diagnose a rare skin disease which slightly improved with treatment.
The document discussed the unique challenges in managing definitive alopecia in African Americans, highlighting the fragility of the hair shaft and inflammatory hyperreactivity of the scalp. "Hot comb" alopecia, often caused by hot oil and curling irons, was noted for causing abscesses, follicular occlusion, and scarring. Hairstyles common in the ethnic group could lead to folliculitis, traction alopecia, and keloids. Keloid folliculitis, a chronic inflammatory condition, was characterized by papules and granulomatous infiltrate, leading to scarring. Treatment focused on prevention, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory medications.
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June 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Tranilast successfully treated a man's skin sarcoidosis when other treatments failed.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Early treatment is key to prevent permanent hair loss from scalp conditions that cause scarring.