11 citations
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December 1921 in “Archives of dermatology and syphilology” This article reviews historical cases and descriptions of perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, highlighting its characteristics and treatment, but reports no new clinical findings.
2 citations
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May 2022 in “JAAD case reports” Using powdered umbilical remnant allograft can effectively treat chronic scalp wounds resistant to traditional treatments.
1 citations
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July 2012 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat scarring hair loss conditions.
187 citations
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May 1979 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this report, six elderly women with a novel pustular dermatosis of the scalp experienced chronic lesions unresponsive to antibiotics but were effectively managed with potent topical steroids.
December 2021 in “Journal of clinical images and medical case reports” This descriptive study observed that a "moth-eaten" pattern of hair loss can occur in several skin diseases, with lichen planopilaris and discoid lupus erythematosus being among the most common conditions identified in patients from Baghdad, emphasizing its potential as a diagnostic tool for clinicians.
67 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review discusses telogen effluvium, a common type of hair loss, focusing on differentiation from other conditions and potential causes, but presents no new research findings.
44 citations
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November 1998 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This review provides a framework for diagnosing acquired scalp alopecias and discusses both non-scarring and scarring types, but reports no new clinical results.
8 citations
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January 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports” This article describes erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp, emphasizing its chronic nature, potential complications, and the lack of specific diagnostic findings, but reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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September 2022 in “Annals of Medicine and Surgery” The researchers reported a rare case of invasive cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma of the scalp extending into bone and dura mater, successfully treated with surgery and skin flap repair, without metastasis observed at three months.
March 2026 in “South Asian Research Journal of Medical Sciences” In this case study, a 7-year-old boy with kerion celsi experienced persistent inflammation even after microbiological clearance; dermoscopic-guided removal of hair and keratin debris improved his condition, suggesting a novel inflammatory mechanism involving granulomatous response to keratinous debris in tinea capitis.
January 2025 in “Majmaah Journal of Health Sciences” This study observed that 69.9% of postmenopausal women in Saudi Arabia experienced female pattern hair loss, significantly linked to early menopause, chronic diseases, family history, and stress, and found this condition also impacts women's self-confidence and social interactions.
February 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This study emphasizes that erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is an underrecognized condition, and increased awareness and diagnosis can improve patient outcomes by preventing further scalp damage.
January 2018 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” Treatment with dapsone, topical corticosteroids, and antibiotics improved the man's skin conditions.
42 citations
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June 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study found that 'black dots' seen under trichoscopy are not specific to alopecia areata and may occur in various other hair and scalp conditions.
13 citations
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July 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” This case report describes a 37-year-old woman who developed scalp psoriasis and severe alopecia after taking adalimumab, with complete hair regrowth following treatment change.
1 citations
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January 1967 in “The BMJ” The document concludes that while some hair and scalp disorders can be treated, hair loss from destroyed follicles is permanent, and damaged hair can only regrow naturally.
September 2016 in “Archives of Pediatric Infectious Diseases” This case study reports that chronic skull base osteomyelitis should be considered a serious complication in patients with a history of cranial trauma or scalp procedures, despite its rarity.
304 citations
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July 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that videodermoscopy enhances diagnostic accuracy for scalp and hair disorders beyond simple clinical inspection and reveals novel disease features that could improve clinical understanding.
April 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review discusses neuropathic pruritus, detailing its clinical presentations and management strategies, but reports no new clinical results.
8 citations
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January 2015 in “International journal of trichology” In this case report, the authors describe complete recovery from acute diffuse and total alopecia linked to Borrelia infection after treatment with intravenous ceftriaxone and topical clobetasol foam.
In this case report, a 65-year-old woman with lichen planopilaris achieved stabilization of her condition through early recognition and systemic corticosteroid therapy, emphasizing the critical role of coordinated management between primary care and dermatology.
112 citations
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September 1968 in “PubMed” In this study, irreversible alopecia on the crown of the scalp in Black women using hot combs was associated with chronic inflammation and follicle damage leading to scarring.
107 citations
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September 1968 in “Archives of Dermatology” In this study, researchers identified a form of irreversible scalp alopecia in Black women using hot combs, characterized by incomplete hair loss primarily on the crown and follicular scarring.
24 citations
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January 2014 in “PubMed” This case report suggests that topical imiquimod cream may be an effective alternative treatment for generalized discoid lupus erythematosus without systemic involvement.
1 citations
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July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the basic principles of hair pathology and findings in common types of alopecia but reports no new research results.
9 citations
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May 2005 in “Annales de dermatologie et de vénéréologie” In this study, three patients with erosive pustulosis of the scalp showed significant improvement when treated with oral zinc gluconate and topical steroids.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Yonsei Medical Journal” Hair is thinner near the scalp in acute hair shedding conditions.
November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” This article discusses female pattern androgenic alopecia, emphasizing its impact on women's lives and highlighting the need for further research into effective treatments, but reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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October 2015 in “Mikrobiyoloji bülteni” This case report describes a 20-year-old female with favus caused by T. schöenleinii, which initially improved with antifungal treatment but recurred due to poor adherence, underscoring favus as an ongoing health issue in Turkey.
30 citations
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November 2012 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” This review discusses chronic telogen effluvium and diffuse alopecia areata, providing clinical and diagnostic insights, but presents no new clinical findings.