141 results match your criteria: "Acne Keloidalis Nuchae"
Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: A Therapeutic Challenge for Dermatologists.
Actas Dermosifiliogr
November 2024
Servicio de Dermatología, Centro Dermatológico Dr. Ladislao de la Pascua, Ciudad de México, México; Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitario Severo Ochoa, Madrid, España; Trichology Unit, Grupo de Dermatología Pedro Jaén, Madrid, España; Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal; Departamento de Biología de Sistemas, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Alcalá, IRYCIS, Madrid, España.
Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis of the scalp that causes scarring alopecia. The etiology of AKN has been associated with an immune response vs. follicular antigens.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDifferential diagnosis of posterior scalp hair loss.
Arch Dermatol Res
November 2024
Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
Moving Beyond Traditional Methods for Treatment of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae.
Cutis
September 2024
Clinical Assistant Professor (Adjunct), Department of Urban Health and Population Science, Center for Urban Bioethics, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: A Multicenter Retrospective Study of 142 Hispanic Patients.
Dermatol Pract Concept
July 2024
Private Practice, Hospital Angeles Lomas, CDMX, Mexico.
Article Synopsis
- Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is a type of scarring hair loss more prevalent in individuals of African descent, and this study focuses on its occurrence in Hispanic patients.
- A retrospective study involving 142 patients from dermatological centers in several Latin American countries found that the majority were young males with a significant history of trauma in the nuchal area.
- The findings suggest that AKN should be considered in Hispanic populations, as those with longer-term symptoms tend to present with more severe disease stages.
Article Synopsis
- Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is a rare, chronic skin condition that is mainly treated with medication, but surgery may be necessary for severe cases.
- The case report describes a patient with severe AKN who underwent surgical excision and skin grafting, along with negative pressure wound therapy.
- The patient experienced good cosmetic and functional outcomes, with a healing period of just six weeks.
[Pseudofolliculitis barbae in police students in Dakar: epidemiological and clinical aspects, and associated risk factors].
Med Trop Sante Int
June 2024
Hôpital Aristide Le Dantec, MH57+688, Rue Place 79, Dakar, Sénégal.
Article Synopsis
- Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) is a chronic skin condition that affects predominantly black Africans who shave regularly, with significant aesthetic and professional implications; however, research data on this issue in Sub-Saharan Africa is limited.
- A study conducted in March 2019 involving 655 African-descent police students in Dakar revealed a 38.8% prevalence of PFB, with higher rates in males (43.7%) compared to females (11.9%).
- The main characteristics of PFB included pruritic and papular lesions, commonly found on the submandibular region, and complications such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation; risk factors identified included male gender and a family history of P
[Translated article] Tissue Expander in the Surgical Management of an Acne Keloidalis Nuchae-driven Occipital Scar Lesion.
Actas Dermosifiliogr
July 2024
Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain.
Acne Keloidalis Nuchae in a Caucasian Non-Hispanic Woman With Metabolic Syndrome and Autoimmune Thyroiditis: A Case Report.
Cureus
April 2024
Clinic of Endocrinology, Heart and Brain Hospital, Pleven, BGR.
Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is a rare dermatological condition primarily observed in men of African descent. We present a remarkable case of AKN in a 38-year-old Caucasian non-Hispanic woman with metabolic syndrome and autoimmune thyroiditis. After appropriate treatment during the one-year follow-up (including oral antibiotics, insulin sensitizers, levothyroxine, spironolactone and liraglutide), the patient demonstrated a visible reduction in plaque size and improvement of overall symptoms.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTreatment of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae by Simply Combining Two Conventionally Available Modalities: Ablation with Carbon Dioxide Laser and Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide.
J Cutan Aesthet Surg
January 2024
Department of Dermatology, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Center, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Article Synopsis
- - Acne keloidalis nuchae is a chronic skin condition affecting the back of the neck, marked by firm, inflamed lumps that can develop into larger keloid-like masses; it was first identified by Kaposi in 1969.
- - Treatment options are limited, as conventional methods like topical steroids and antibiotics often fail if the condition is not addressed early, making surgical intervention necessary in advanced cases.
- - A recent study found that combining carbon dioxide laser ablation with an intralesional triamcinolone injection in a single outpatient session leads to effective results with no relapse and reduced recovery time compared to traditional surgical methods.
Article Synopsis
- When evaluating pediatric patients of color, healthcare providers must recognize unique dermatologic conditions that are more prevalent, such as keloids and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation.* -
- Conditions like vitiligo can significantly impact quality of life and may be harder to identify in darker skin due to inflammation being less visible.* -
- Treatment approaches should take into account cultural norms and lifestyle factors, including preferences for sunscreen and hair care practices, to ensure effective care.*
Commentary on Surgical Excision With Healing by Secondary Intention: An Effective Treatment Option for Refractory Acne Keloidalis Nuchae.
Dermatol Surg
March 2024
Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Surgical Excision With Healing by Secondary Intention: An Effective Treatment Option for Refractory Acne Keloidalis Nuchae.
Dermatol Surg
May 2024
Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur, Jodhpur, India.
Dermatology in black skin.
An Bras Dermatol
April 2024
Department of Dermatology, Universidade do Oeste Paulista, Presidente Prudente, SP, Brazil. Electronic address:
Article Synopsis
- Most dermatology publications focus on lightly pigmented skin, leaving a knowledge gap regarding black skin and its unique dermatological needs.
- The article reviews intrinsic characteristics, epidemiological data, and clinical aspects related to various skin conditions prevalent in black individuals, highlighting significant differences with lightly pigmented skin.
- It also identifies specific dermatoses that are either more common in black skin or unique to it, such as pseudofolliculitis barbae and keloids, and discusses skin cancers and their characteristics in this population.
Treatment of acne keloidalis nuchae and dissecting cellulitis of the scalp with diclofenac sodium gel: a case series.
JAAD Case Rep
December 2023
Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Acne keloidalis nuchae: An international multicentric review of 79 patients.
J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol
April 2024
Department of Dermatology, Hospital del Mar-Parc de Salut Mar, Barcelona, Spain.
Refractory Folliculitis Decalvans Treatment Success with a Novel Surgical Excision Approach Using Guarded High-Tension Sutures.
Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol
September 2023
Department of Medicine, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Folliculitis decalvans (FD) is a challenging skin condition causing scarring alopecia, often treated only with temporary results, and this study explores a surgical approach for it.
- Five patients underwent surgical excision of FD lesions, with wounds healing by second-intention using special sutures to promote closure and minimize damage.
- All patients showed significant healing, with three completely healed and no cases of recurrence after 10-24 months, marking the first successful surgical treatment report for FD.
Unveiling a Shared Precursor Condition for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae and Primary Cicatricial Alopecias.
Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol
August 2023
Department of Medicine, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Small observational studies indicate that even areas of the scalp that appear normal can show signs of subclinical disease in patients with primary cicatricial alopecias, prompting researchers to evaluate the entire scalp in those with acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN).
- In this retrospective study involving 41 patients, doctors performed clinical evaluations and trichoscopy-guided biopsies on both affected and seemingly normal scalp regions to identify hidden conditions.
- Results showed that all patients exhibited signs of inflammatory changes in the normal scalp, with histological evidence suggesting that these changes may signal the onset of various types of cicatricial alopecias, highlighting the importance of early detection and management strategies.
Papular acne keloidalis nuchae treatment success using follicular unit excision.
JAAD Case Rep
September 2023
Dr U Hair and Skin Clinic, Manhattan Beach, California.
Acne keloidalis nuchae in a patient with atopic dermatitis treated with Janus kinase inhibitor upadacitinib.
JAAD Case Rep
August 2023
Department of Medicine, Dermatology Division, Québec, Canada.
Sarcoidosis Coexisting With Distinct Forms of Alopecia on the Scalp: A Case Series.
Am J Dermatopathol
July 2023
ProPath Dermatopathology, Dallas, TX; and.
Article Synopsis
- Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that can affect many parts of the body, commonly starting in the skin with unique noncaseating granulomas.
- It is known for mimicking other conditions due to its diverse symptoms and can lead to different types of hair loss, including scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
- This case series highlights two unique instances of sarcoidosis that not only resemble other forms of alopecia but also occur alongside a different, identifiable type of hair loss.
Scarring Alopecia.
Dermatol Clin
July 2023
Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest Baptist Health, 4618 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104, USA. Electronic address:
Article Synopsis
- African hair and pigmented scalps have distinct traits that complicate scarring alopecia diagnosis.
- Black patients often experience multiple hair disorders simultaneously, making it crucial to fully understand their symptoms for accurate diagnosis.
- Common types of alopecia on different scalp areas include traction and frontal fibrosing alopecia in the front, various cicatricial alopecias in the middle, and folliculitis, dissecting cellulitis, and acne keloidalis nuchae in the back.
How We Do It: Our Method for Triamcinolone Injections of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae.
Dermatol Surg
July 2023
Howard University College of Medicine, 2041 Georgia Avenue Northwest, Towers Building, Suite 4300, Washington, District of Columbia 20060, USA.
Clinico-Epidemiology and Histopathologic Spectrum of Primary Scarring Alopecia: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Indian J Dermatol
January 2022
Department of Dermatology, School of Tropical Medicine, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
Article Synopsis
- Primary scarring alopecias (PSAs) are rare skin disorders that cause permanent hair loss and can significantly affect mental health.
- A study analyzed 53 confirmed PSA cases, finding that lichen planopilaris was the most common type, followed by pseudopelade of Brocq and discoid lupus erythematosus, with various histological features observed.
- The research highlights the need for thorough histological analysis and clinico-pathological correlation for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of PSAs.