Scalp
From dermoscopedia
This is the page on the glossary term Scalp which is relevant on dermoscopedia. See also the list of terms.
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Occurrences
The following pages use scalp as keyword:
| Page | Summary |
|---|---|
| Blood vessels | This chapter describes the vascular architecture (blood vessels) as seen in trichoscopy (dermoscopy of hair and scalp) |
| Blood vessels (scalp) | This chapter describes the different types of blood vessels that can be found on the scalp using trichoscopy (dermoscopy of the scalp) |
| Correlation of dermoscopic structures of melanocytic neoplasms in special sites | The microanatomy of the rete ridge pattern of facial, volar, mucosal, and nail lesions differs from that of non-glabrous skin. The pigmented network is usually absent and diverse dermoscopic patterns are observed Herein we will review the dermoscopic structures and its correlates in these special sites. |
| Correlation of trichoscopy (hair and scalp dermoscopy) | This chapter covers the correlation of trichoscopy (hair and scalp dermoscopy) |
| Fractured hairs | This chapter describes the trichoscopy of fractured hair shafts (dermoscopy of hair and scalp) |
| Hair and scalp | Trichoscopy is crucial for diagnosing a wide range of hair and scalp conditions, including alopecia, inflammatory scalp diseases, and infections. It aids in differentiating between various types of alopecia, such as androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, and scarring alopecias, by identifying specific dermoscopic features associated with each condition. |
| Inflammatory scalp diseases | Inflammatory scalp diseases encompass a broad range of conditions characterized by inflammation of the scalp, leading to symptoms like itching, redness, scaling, and hair loss. These diseases can be challenging to diagnose and manage, as they often present with overlapping clinical features. Dermoscopy plays a crucial role in their evaluation, providing detailed visualization of scalp changes. |
| Inflammatory scalp diseases | this chapter describes dermoscopy of inflammatory scalp diseases |
| Perifollicular and interfollicular skin surface | This chapter describes the perifollicular and interfollicular criteria as seen in trichoscopy (dermoscopy of hair and scalp) |
| Scalp psoriasis | this chapter describes dermoscopy of psoriasis of the scalp |
| Scalp psoriasis | this chapter describes dermoscopy / trichoscopy of scalp psoriasis |
| Seborrheic dermatitis | This chapter describes dermoscopy / trichoscopy criteria of seborrheic dermatitis |
| Special locations | Dermoscopy, a vital diagnostic tool in dermatology, is employed for examining skin lesions across various body sites. However, its application in special anatomical locations, such as the face, acral areas (palms and soles), nails, and mucosal membranes, presents unique challenges and requires specific expertise. These areas exhibit distinct anatomical and physiological characteristics that influence the presentation of skin lesions, including those that are cancerous. |
| Tinea capitis | this chapter describes the dermoscopy / trichoscopy criteria for tinea capitis |
| Trichoscopy | This chapter describes dermoscopy of hair and scalp (Trichoscopy). |
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