Case Series of Eosinophilic Pustular Folliculitis with Exclusive Scalp and Facial Involvement: A Distinct Entity?
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Introduction: Eosinophilic pustular folliculitis (EPF) is a rare, non-infectious dermatosis characterized by pruritic, recurrent episodes of follicular papulopustules. Three main forms have been described: classic EPF (Ofuji disease), immunosuppression- or HIV-associated EPF, and infantile EPF. Histopathologically, eosinophilic infiltration within and around the follicular epithelium is a typical finding. Case Presentation: We report four non-infant patients with negative anti-HIV antibody results who presented with pruritic follicular papulopustules exclusively involving the scalp and face. Histopathological examination in all cases confirmed the diagnosis of EPF. Conclusion: This case series highlights a clinical presentation of EPF with isolated scalp and facial involvement in immunocompetent adults. Although longer follow-up is required, these findings may suggest a distinct clinical pattern within the spectrum of EPF.
Source: Skin Appendage Disorders
DOI: 10.1159/000550808
Institution: Muğla University
Language: English
Subfield: Rheumatology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7127145113