Who to contact and what to do?
Whatever the reason, the first step to solving the problem should be visit to a dermatovenereologist. He will examine the eyelashes and their follicles using a dermatoscope or trichoscope.
Laboratory studies may be required:
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on fungi (sowing, PCR);
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for herpes viruses (PCR);
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bacterial infections (culture, PCR);
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skin biopsy for histological confirmation of the diagnosis (if necessary);
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thyroid hormone tests;
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vitamin A levels.
A complete blood count may also be ordered, for example, to detect anemia. You may need to do a test for syphilis, and it is recommended to immediately test for HIV and hepatitis B and C viruses.
After the diagnosis, the doctor may refer the person to other specialists to establish or exclude concomitant diseases.
