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Heterogeneity of trichoscopy findings in dissecting cellulitis of the scalp: correlation with disease activity and duration

Heterogeneity of trichoscopy findings in dissecting cellulitis of the scalp: correlation with disease activity and duration

Authors :
Francesco Lacarrubba
Anna Elisa Verzì
Giuseppe Micali
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (DCS) is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by recurrent nodules, abscesses and sinus tract formation.1-3 It usually starts as a simple folliculitis with occlusion of follicular openings mainly on the scalp vertex or nape, generally followed by perifollicular pustules and painful firm or fluctuant nodules releasing a purulent discharge, either spontaneously or after a gentle pressure. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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Language :
English
Database :
OpenAIRE
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....1a2f9572b1d0d6ba215d8192d5cadd81