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GlossaryTufted Hair Folliculitis

rare scalp condition with clustered hairs and inflammation

Tufted Hair Folliculitis is a rare scalp condition characterized by clusters of hair emerging from a single follicle, often accompanied by inflammation, pustules, and scarring. This condition can lead to permanent hair loss if not treated, and it is typically managed with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.

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Exuberant Tufted Folliculitis

research Exuberant Tufted Folliculitis

2 citations, February 2019 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Tufted folliculitis is common in patients with folliculitis decalvans.

research Tufted Hair Folliculitis Developing in a Recalcitrant Lesion of Pemphigus Vulgaris

28 citations, May 1998 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Scalp inflammation can cause multiple hairs to grow from one follicle.

research Tufts of Doll's Hair Within a Shiny, Scarring Alopecia

1 citations, May 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

The man likely has tufted folliculitis causing painful, scarring hair loss.

Scarring Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Options

research Scarring Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Options

1 citations, June 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

Early and aggressive treatment of scarring alopecia is important to prevent further hair follicle damage.

Erythematous Plaque on the Scalp With Alopecia

research Erythematous Plaque on the Scalp With Alopecia

July 2020 in “Cutis”

The woman has a scalp condition causing hair loss.

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