Abstract
Psoriasis and other diffuse inflammatory diseases of the scalp can cause a unique physical finding that we call the 'teepee sign' because the hair forms pyramidal tufts at regular intervals that resemble an American Indian encampment. A pathological mechanism for this finding is proposed, with the description of two cases in Air Force basic trainees, one of a severe seborrheic dermatitis and the other psoriasis. The significance with regard to physical qualification for entry into military service is discussed.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 575-576 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | Military medicine |
| Volume | 163 |
| Issue number | 8 |
| State | Published - Aug 1 1998 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
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Meffert, J. J., Grimwood, R. R., & Viernes, J. L. (1998). The 'teepee' sign in inflammatory scalp disease. Military medicine, 163(8), 575-576.