Dissecting Cellulitis Treatment

Patient A and B have Dissecting Cellulitis and AKN & CVG respectively.

Dissecting Cellulitis (DC) is a long-term cicatricial (scarring) form of alopecia (hair loss) characterized by abscesses and keloids on the infected areas. This condition has no cure; however, dermatologists recommend various treatment methods to manage the keloids and pus-filled lesions that occur as the condition progresses. In rare cases, patients with severe scalp problems may […]

What is Dissecting Cellulitis?

A patient with a very severe case of dissecting cellulitis. He is currently receiving laser treatment under the care of Dr. Umar to manage symptoms.

What is Dissecting Cellulitis? Dissecting Cellulitis (DC), also known as Hoffman disease, is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory scalp disorder that causes abscesses and keloids that lead to patchy hair loss and cicatricial (scarring) alopecia (destruction of hair follicles). Dissecting cellulitis is incurable; however, somebody can manage symptoms to reduce pain and provide comfort. DC is […]