Dermatologic therapy

Using light-activated treatment with aminolevulinic acid for a rare scalp inflammation causing hair loss: A case report

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Abstract

A case of recalcitrant folliculitis decalvans was successfully treated with photodynamic therapy using topical aminolevulinic acid.

  • Folliculitis decalvans is a chronic inflammatory disease leading to hair loss.
  • Common symptoms include persistent follicle inflammation, itching, and pain.
  • Existing treatments have limited effectiveness for some patients.
  • Photodynamic therapy may offer a new therapeutic option for difficult cases.

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