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| name = Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp | |||
| image = [[File:Dissecting_cellulitis_of_the_scalp_-_perifolliculitis_capitis_abscedens_et_suffodiens_-_Hoffman_disease_-_40yo_male_of_African_descent.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp in a 40-year-old male of African descent | |||
| synonyms = Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, Hoffman disease | |||
| specialty = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = Painful nodules, abscesses, scarring alopecia | |||
| complications = [[Scarring]], [[alopecia]], secondary [[infection]] | |||
| onset = Typically in young adulthood | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = Unknown, possibly related to [[follicular occlusion]] | |||
| risks = Male gender, African descent | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical examination, [[skin biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Hidradenitis suppurativa]], [[acne conglobata]], [[folliculitis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[corticosteroids]], [[isotretinoin]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, often chronic and relapsing | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp''' (also known as '''Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens''', '''Hoffmann disease''', and '''Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, Hoffman''') is a rare, severe and chronic inflammatory condition of the scalp. It is characterized by painful, recurrent, suppurative and scarring inflammation of the hair follicles, often resulting in cicatricial alopecia. | '''Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp''' (also known as '''Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens''', '''Hoffmann disease''', and '''Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, Hoffman''') is a rare, severe and chronic inflammatory condition of the scalp. It is characterized by painful, recurrent, suppurative and scarring inflammation of the hair follicles, often resulting in cicatricial alopecia. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptoms of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp include: | The main symptoms of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp include: | ||
* Painful nodules on the scalp | * Painful nodules on the scalp | ||
* Pus-filled abscesses | * Pus-filled abscesses | ||
* Scarring and hair loss | * Scarring and hair loss | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the blockage and subsequent rupture of hair follicles, which leads to an inflammatory response. | The exact cause of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the blockage and subsequent rupture of hair follicles, which leads to an inflammatory response. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is primarily based on the clinical presentation. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. | Diagnosis of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is primarily based on the clinical presentation. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment options for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp include: | Treatment options for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp include: | ||
* Antibiotics | * Antibiotics | ||
* Corticosteroids | * Corticosteroids | ||
* Isotretinoin | * Isotretinoin | ||
* Surgical intervention | * Surgical intervention | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is variable. Some individuals may experience a complete resolution of symptoms with treatment, while others may have a chronic and relapsing course. | The prognosis for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is variable. Some individuals may experience a complete resolution of symptoms with treatment, while others may have a chronic and relapsing course. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Folliculitis]] | * [[Folliculitis]] | ||
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* [[Scalp conditions]] | * [[Scalp conditions]] | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
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| Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp | |
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| Synonyms | Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, Hoffman disease |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Painful nodules, abscesses, scarring alopecia |
| Complications | Scarring, alopecia, secondary infection |
| Onset | Typically in young adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown, possibly related to follicular occlusion |
| Risks | Male gender, African descent |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, skin biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Hidradenitis suppurativa, acne conglobata, folliculitis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, corticosteroids, isotretinoin, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, often chronic and relapsing |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (also known as Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, Hoffmann disease, and Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens, Hoffman) is a rare, severe and chronic inflammatory condition of the scalp. It is characterized by painful, recurrent, suppurative and scarring inflammation of the hair follicles, often resulting in cicatricial alopecia.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptoms of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp include:
- Painful nodules on the scalp
- Pus-filled abscesses
- Scarring and hair loss
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to the blockage and subsequent rupture of hair follicles, which leads to an inflammatory response.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is primarily based on the clinical presentation. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp include:
- Antibiotics
- Corticosteroids
- Isotretinoin
- Surgical intervention
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is variable. Some individuals may experience a complete resolution of symptoms with treatment, while others may have a chronic and relapsing course.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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