Lichen planopilaris, also called lichen ruber follicularis, evokes perifollicular erythema and sometimes hyperkeratotic follicular papules. A violaceous discoloration of the scalp may be observed.

The computerized records of the authors' private dermatogynecological referral practice were searched for patients with vulvovaginal lichen planus seen between January 2008 and October 2011.

Research shows dandruff affects up to 50% of the global population at some point. A leading dermatologist says dandruff vs. dry scalp "are often confused, but they require different approaches." If ...

Although you might lose hair in random patches along the scalp, you might also develop frontal fibrosing alopecia. This is a type of lichen planopilaris that mostly affects the front of your scalp ...

They say for a flower to grow, you must nurture its soil. Similarly, our scalp is the foundation of our roots. The more we take care of it, the more our strands will bloom over time. Oils ...

The sacred banks of the Sangam are witnessing an unparalleled convergence of faith, devotion, and spirituality, with Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj rolling out the red carpet for the grand spectacle of ...

1,11,12,15,16 Nail lichen planus is another nail disorder frequently mistaken for NP. Typical clinical features include pterygium unguis, longitudinal ridging, fissuring, distal splitting, subungual ...

Shingles may develop on your scalp and face if the virus that causes it travels along the trigeminal nerve. It may cause burning pain, itching, and clusters of painful blisters. Prompt medical ...