Pseudopelade of Brocq

From WikiMD's Wellnesspedia

Alternate names[edit | edit source]

Pseudo pelade of Brocq; Brocq pseudopelade; Pseudo-pelade of Brocq

Definition[edit | edit source]

Pseudopelade of Brocq (PBB) is a slowly progressive, chronic condition characterized by scarring hair loss (cicatricial alopecia).

Summary[edit | edit source]

There exists some controversy as to whether PBB is a distinct condition or the common final stage or variant of several different forms of scarring alopecias, such as discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE) or lichen planopilaris (LPP).

Types[edit | edit source]

PBB is classified into two categories depending on whether a scarring alopecia is present (burnt-out or end-stage scarring) or not (idiopathic).

Cause[edit | edit source]

Signs and symptoms[edit | edit source]

  • The patches of hair loss present in PBB may be single or multiple. T
  • hey are usually small, discrete, round or oval, and asymmetrical.
  • The underlying skin is typically smooth, soft, and flesh-colored or white, with little, if any, inflammation.

Clinical presentation[edit | edit source]

For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed.

80%-99% of people have these symptoms

30%-79% of people have these symptoms

  • Papule
  • Recurrent skin infections(Skin infections, recurrent)

5%-29% of people have these symptoms

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

Treatment[edit | edit source]

There is no standard treatment for PBB. In the beginning of the disease process, certain medication, such as steroids, may be used in an effort to prevent further hair loss.


Wiki.png

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD


Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.