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Trichoscopy of syphilitic alopecia: a systematic review

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Published in 2022 at "Sexually Transmitted Infections"

DOI: 10.1136/sextrans-2021-055302

Abstract: To the Editor: Secondary syphilis may manifest as syphilitic alopecia (SA), a nonscarring alopecia with a prevalence ranging from 3% to 22%. Examination of the hair using a dermatoscope, a noninvasive bedside test known as… read more here.

Keywords: alopecia; syphilitic alopecia; systematic review; trichoscopic findings ... See more keywords
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Epidemiological, Clinical, and Trichoscopic Features of Syphilitic Alopecia: A Retrospective Analysis and Systematic Review

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Published in 2022 at "Frontiers in Medicine"

DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.890206

Abstract: Background Syphilitic alopecia (SA), which mimics other types of alopecia, is an uncommon manifestation of secondary syphilis. Trichoscopic features may facilitate its diagnosis. However, studies on SA and its trichoscopic characteristics remain limited. Objective To… read more here.

Keywords: syphilitic alopecia; epidemiological clinical; trichoscopic; systematic review ... See more keywords