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Allopecia - Differential Diagnosis Framework for Hair Loss

Localized / Focal Hair Loss Pattern:
 • Scarring Alopecia:
cellulitis of the scalp ... Folliculitis decalvans, Tinea ... Capitis - Skin ... Shafts: Tinea Capitis ... Examine the entire skin
Hair Loss (Alopecia) - General (Diffuse and Focal) Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

DIFFUSE
Scarring - Irreversible-biopsy required
 • Lupus
Hair Loss (Alopecia ... ) - General (Diffuse ... totalis (all scalp ... - Secondary to Skin ... Shafts Intact or
Common Dermatological Conditions - Distribution and Morphology
 • Acne vulgaris - Face, upper back, chest -
vesicles • Allergic contact ... Folliculitis - Any hair-bearing ... simplex - Lips, genitalia ... • Tinea versicolor ... #dermatology #rash