4 citations
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January 2022 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study reports an increase in tinea capitis cases in Spain caused by anthropophilic dermatophytes, associated with immigration from Africa, and highlights potential public health concerns due to easier transmission.
7 citations
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May 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review discusses the historical and current epidemiological trends of tinea capitis in Spain and warns about a potential resurgence due to increased anthropophilic species if not properly managed; it reports no new clinical data.
26 citations
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January 1990 in “Mycoses” This study reviewed tinea capitis cases in children at a dermatology clinic from 1977-1988, finding Trichophyton violaceum as the most common pathogen, with Moroccan immigrant children being the largest affected group.
37 citations
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August 1991 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study reported a predominance of adult patients, mostly women, with Trichophyton violaceum tinea capitis in southern Taiwan, noting a bimodal age distribution and questioning whether this represents a new trend.
10 citations
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January 2016 in “Dermatology online journal” This article highlights that a low suspicion for tinea capitis in adults with scaling and hair loss may delay diagnosis and treatment, urging confirmation through KOH, fungal culture, or biopsy.