Lichen planopilaris

The Best Hair Systems for Trichotillomania Lichen Planopilaris, a rare but serious skin condition that affects hair follicles, can be a source of distress for those affected by it. It is important to understand what causes this condition and how it can be treated. In this blog, we take a deep dive into understanding Li

Are their any special shampoos for LPP? I’m often asked if their are any special shampoos that a patient with LPP should consider. Should they be sulphate free? What about paraben free? First off, there most certainly can be specific shampoo recommendations for some individuals with LPP. These

Lichen simplex chronicus is defined as a common form of chronic neurodermatitis that presents as dry, patchy areas of skin that are scaly and thick. The hypertrophic epidermis generally seen is typically the result of habitual scratching or rubbing of a specific area of the skin. The root of the disorder may be both a primary symptom, reflective of perhaps a psychological component or secondary to other cutaneous issues such as eczema or psoriasis. The development of such plaques is the…

Lichen planus (LIE-kun PLAY-nus) is a common skin condition that can cause swelling and irritation in the skin, hair, nails and mucous

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Lichen planopilaris is a rare inflammatory condition that results in patchy, progressive hair loss mainly on the scalp. Gain a deeper understanding of this medical condition by learning its causes and recommended treatments. #lichenplanopilaris #lichenplanopilarishairloss #hairloss #lichenplanopilaristreatments

Lichen planopilaris has three subtypes: 🔵 Classic Lichen Planopilaris leaves a patch on the scalp. 🔵 Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: causes receding hairlines, scarring towards the scalp’s frontal, and affects the eyebrows. 🔵 Graham Little Syndrome: causes Cicatricial Alopecia and results in permanent hair loss and non-scarring alopecia on other body parts. 💎 Visit our website and discover all the solutions for hair loss: ninaross.co

INTRODUCTION Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lasseur Syndrome (GLPLS) is a rare clinical subtype of lichen planopilaris (LPP) that manifests as a triad of scarring alopecia of the scalp, nonscarring alopecia of the axillary and the pubic skin, and widespread lichenoid follicular papules.1 GLPLS more commonly affects women (male-to-female ratio ≃ 1:4), with the classic patient being a middle-aged Caucasian woman.2 While … Continue reading "Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lasseur Syndrome: A Case Report" Th

INTRODUCTION Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is a cicatricial alopecia that presents with patchy or diffuse hair loss at the vertex or parietal scalp. Although there is no gold standard therapy, most interventions are immune modulating and aimed at reducing inflammation and terminating the scarring process to prevent further fibrosis.3 Even amongst patients who respond to therapy, hair … Continue reading "Reversible Hair Loss in Lichen Planopilaris | Great Cases from the JDD" The post Rever