DrAlex_76
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Got the Q but lost all answer options, its on kaplan QB
22 yo man, develops patches of hair loss in his scalp, beard over several months. Pt has no history but family has Addison and vitiligo in his sister and mother. PE reveals 2 sharply dermacated areas of total hair loss in the scalp and one in the right cheek. The skin in this area is perfectly smooth and covered only by sparse short hair shafts. In addition, pitting of nail plates is noted. Biopsy shows lymphocytic infiltrates around hair follicles. Which of the following is the most app next step in management ?
Please help to find the answer
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| docdoc9
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Case seems to be alopecia areata which usually does not require any specific treatment
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| nightflight1945
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ALOPECIA AREATA
It can be associated with pitting of the nails.
Reassurance and regular follow up is the best choice.
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| DrAlex_76
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thanks a lot ,
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| Eagle_303
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Steroids and immunosuppressants are used for treatment of AA
http://www.emedicine.com/derm/TOPIC14.HTM
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