Lipedematous scalp: a rare entity

J Dermatol. 2008 Feb;35(2):102-5. doi: 10.1111/j.1346-8138.2008.00423.x.

Abstract

Lipedematous scalp is characterized by increased subcutaneous thickness of the scalp without any hair change. A 50-year-old female presented with thickening of the scalp without alopecia. She had no disorder other than hypertension. Monthly sonographic measurements without any treatment showed a resolution tendency in some areas and an increased thickness in others. We discuss the characteristics of this rare and possibly underestimated entity, including differential diagnoses.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Edema / diagnosis*
  • Edema / etiology
  • Edema / therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Scalp Dermatoses / diagnosis*
  • Scalp Dermatoses / etiology
  • Scalp Dermatoses / therapy