Improved trichoscopic assessment of yellow dots using sub-ultraviolet light

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Raffaele Dante Caposiena Caro, Brunello Camilla, Nicola di Meo, Iris Zalaudek
DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2026.04.1929
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Abstract

Accurate identification of yellow dots (YD) is crucial for distinguishing between non-scarring and scarring alopecias the latter being characterized by the loss of follicular openings. However, with conventional dermoscopy (CD), using either non-polarized or polarized light, the yellowish color of YD may appear faint or even whitish, reducing contrast

Fields of Study & Subjects

Neonatal skin health care Nail Diseases and Treatments Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
95
Issue
4
Pages
e343–e344
Publication date
27 April 2026
Language
EN