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[Scalp lipedema].

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¹Service de dermatologie, hôpital Tenon, université Pierre-et-Marie-Curie, AP-HP, 4, rue de la Chine, 75020 Paris, France.

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Lipedematous scalp is a rare condition causing scalp thickening and pain. This case highlights a new instance in an African woman, with no identified cause or specific treatment needed.

Keywords:

Alopecia Alopécie Lipœdème du cuir chevelu Prurit Pruritus Scalp lipedema

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Radiology

Background:

Lipedematous scalp is a rare condition characterized by subcutaneous tissue thickening.
First described in 1935, fewer than 50 cases have been reported globally.
It may present with alopecia, pruritus, or scalp pain.

Observation:

A 36-year-old African woman presented with scalp pain and diffuse subcutaneous infiltration.
Clinical examination and MRI confirmed the scalp thickening.
Histological examination provided no additional diagnostic information.

Findings:

A new case of lipedematous scalp was diagnosed in an African patient.
No underlying etiology for the condition was identified.
The patient experienced scalp pain and thickening.

Implications:

This case expands the reported demographic of lipedematous scalp.
Further research into the etiology and pathogenesis is warranted.
Current evidence suggests therapeutic abstention as the optimal management strategy.