Folliculitis decalvans
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| Folliculitis decalvans | |
|---|---|
| Classification and external resources | |
| ICD-10 | L66.2 (ILDS L66.200) |
| ICD-9 | 704.09 |
Folliculitis decalvans is an inflammatory alopecia that leads to bogginess or induration of involved parts of the scalp along with pustules, erosions, crusts, and scale.[1]:649[2]:760-1 It begins at a central point and spreads outward, leaving scarring, sores, and hair loss in its wake.[citation needed] Although a permanent cure has not been found, there is promise in a regimen of dual therapy with Rifampin 300 mg twice daily and Clindamycin 300 mg twice daily. The condition can be controlled with this treatment, and, after 3 to 5 months uninterrupted, many patients have seen limited to no recurrence.[3]
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[edit] References
- ^ Freedberg, et al. (2003). Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill. ISBN 0071380760.
- ^ James, William; Berger, Timothy; Elston, Dirk (2005). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology. (10th ed.). Saunders. ISBN 0721629210.
- ^ Powell JJ, Dawber RP, Gatter K., PubMed [1]
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