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Folliculitis Decalvans: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Folliculitis Decalvans is a rare but distressing chronic inflammatory condition of the scalp that leads to scarring and hair loss. Classified under the umbrella of cicatricial (scarring) alopecias, it results in the irreversible destruction of hair follicles. Unlike more common types of alopecia, such as androgenetic alopecia or alopecia areata, Folliculitis Decalvans tends to progress […]

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What Is Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia? An Overview

Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is a rare form of hair loss that primarily affects the front and sides of the scalp. It is a type of scarring alopecia, meaning that hair follicles are permanently damaged and replaced by scar tissue, preventing regrowth. FFA is most commonly seen in postmenopausal women, though it can also occur […]