An Overview of Scarring Alopecias
Scarring alopecias, sometimes also known as cicatricial alopecias, represent a heterogeneous group of disorders that result in irreversible hair loss due to the destruction of…
Tag: Infectious Agents
Rethinking Hair Removal before Surgery: Safer Options to Reduce Infection Risks
In the realm of surgical procedures, the practice of preoperative shaving has been a long-standing tradition, often considered a preparatory standard. However, recent studies and…
Alopecia Areata: a historical perspective on the role of infectious agents
Alopecia Areata (AA) is a skin condition that causes sudden and patchy hair loss. The cause of this disease has been a subject of continuous…
Understanding Kerion Celsi: A Guide to an Angry Scalp Infection
Introduction: Kerion Celsi is a severe, inflammatory form of tinea capitis, primarily affecting children. It is characterized by a boggy, purulent, and sometimes painful lesion…