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Allopecia - Differential Diagnosis Framework for Hair Loss

Localized / Focal Hair Loss Pattern:
 • Scarring Alopecia:
Allopecia - Differential ... : Lupus erythematosus ... texture at bald spots ... Tests: • TSH ... #Differential #
SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)

Suspect:
Clinical evidence of (fatigue, rash, photosensitivity, inflammatory arthritis, weight loss, and fever) and
and fever) and laboratory ... and permanent alopecia ... Differential ... with: • Minimal laboratory ... • Nonscarring alopecia
1,3-Beta-D-Glucan and Galactomannan Testing Sensitivity Specificity and False Positives
1,3-Beta-D-Glucan
 • Cell wall component of many fungi
Spec 81% for dx ... of IA PPV ... the use of this test ... in BAL does not differentiate ... FalsePositives #Laboratory