Epidemiological, Clinical, and Therapeutic Insights into Folliculitis Decalvans in Skin of Colour: A retrospective Descriptive Study of 17 Cases
FD in skin of color patients exhibits clinical, dermoscopic, and therapeutic patterns comparable to global data, though higher severity and pustule prevalence were noted. Doxycycline and topical agents remain key therapeutic options. Larger studies are needed to elucidate pathogenesis and optimize management strategies.
Authors
- Mariame Meziane
- Laïla Benzekri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1885-6563)
- Zineb Loubaris
- Hajar Elhassani Taib
Institutions
- Mohammed V University (MA)
- Hôpital Ibn Sina-Rabat (MA)
- Ibn Sina Hospital (KW)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Skin Appendage Disorders
- Published
- 2025-05-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000546565
- Primary Topic
- Autoimmune Bullous Skin Diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00