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Journal Article
The Role of Dermoscopy in the Diagnosis and Management of Facial Non‐Neoplastic Dermatoses
2026
Overview
Dermoscopy has evolved from a primary tool in skin oncology to an indispensable, noninvasive adjunct in the diagnosis and management of facial non‐neoplastic dermatoses, which are frequently challenging due to overlapping clinical morphologies. This review synthesizes the characteristic dermoscopic patterns, histopathological correlates, and clinical applications of this technique across a spectrum of common facial conditions, including inflammatory diseases (rosacea, psoriasis, discoid lupus erythematosus, and acne vulgaris), pigmentary disorders (melasma and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation), and infections (viral warts, molluscum contagiosum, tinea faciei, and Pityrosporum folliculitis). The analysis demonstrates that dermoscopy significantly refines diagnostic accuracy by revealing subsurface pathognomonic features—such as vascular networks, scaling patterns, and specific pigment structures—that enable precise phenotypic stratification and differentiation between clinically similar entities. Beyond diagnosis, it establishes an objective baseline and serves as a dynamic monitoring tool, allowing for the sequential tracking of therapeutic response and guiding personalized treatment decisions. Consequently, dermoscopy transcends its role as a mere diagnostic amplifier, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of precision medicine that enhances both diagnostic confidence and long‐term management outcomes in facial dermatology.
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John Wiley & Sons, Inc
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