Selective, chemical epilation in the treatment of tinea capitis as contrasted with the diffuse X-ray epilation

The document presents a progress report on the use of selective, chemical epilation as a treatment for tinea capitis, contrasting it with diffuse X-ray epilation. The study includes 153 cases by the author and 849 cases by Doctor Gimby during an epidemic in Sault St. Marie, Ontario. The treatment involves a compound containing Copper sulfate and Chloral hydrate, which selectively removes fungus-infected hairs without killing the fungi, as they cannot be eradicated in human tissues. The compound is non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and has no systemic effects. The treatment duration is 2-4 weeks, with simple instructions provided for home application.