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GlossaryLichen Planopilaris (LPPigm)

rare inflammatory condition causing scarring and permanent hair loss

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare inflammatory condition that affects the hair follicles, leading to scarring and permanent hair loss. It is a form of lichen planus that specifically targets the scalp, causing symptoms such as redness, itching, and scaling. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent extensive hair loss.

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research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus: Is There a Link?

86 citations, July 2012 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

There may be a connection between Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus, and more research is needed to confirm this.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Clinical Patterns and Associations

1 citations, September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”

Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a hair loss condition mainly affecting postmenopausal women, with unclear causes and various clinical patterns.

research British Hair and Nail Society Findings on Hair and Nail Disorders

1 citations, July 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Men with a certain type of hair loss often use facial moisturizers, and a specific antibiotic treatment may help another hair condition.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus

March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Mycophenolic acid may help hair growth, a combination treatment improves hair thickness in male hair loss, and early treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia is important.

research Coexistence of Lichen Planus Pigmentosus and Classic Lichen Planopilaris: A Case Report and Literature Review

October 2023 in “Curēus”

A rare case of a woman having both lichen planus pigmentosus and classic lichen planopilaris at the same time.

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