A potential association between frontal fibrosing alopecia and facial procedures

Introduction: Frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA), a clinical variant of lichen planopilaris, is characterized by progressive, scarring hair loss of the frontal hairline and eyebrows. The prevalence of FFA is increasing worldwide and it is considered a dermatologic “emergency. ” FFA’s pathogenesis is currently unknown.
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research