Steven Kossard

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Acne Necrotica (varioliformis)

Steven Kossard

February 4, 2019

Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? Acne necrotica ( varioliformis) is a rare condition based on the few reports and limited number of cases observed. The term is used to describe crops of follicular-based papules or pustules that heal with pitted varioliform scars localised particularly to the face and scalp. Characteristic findings on physical examination…

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Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

Steven Kossard

February 4, 2019

Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? What you should be alert for in the history Women with frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) note a rapid onset of frontal hair recession. This recession usually includes the temporal hairline; however, the emergence of hair loss can be subtle and slowly progressive. A useful clue to the diagnosis is…

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