TLDR Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing superficial fungal infections, with terbinafine being the best oral treatment for nail infections.
The document provided an overview of superficial fungal infections, focusing on tinea, which affected the skin, nails, and hair. It highlighted the importance of accurate diagnosis and treatment to prevent complications like cellulitis, ulcers, and alopecia. Terbinafine was identified as a superior oral therapy for onychomycosis, while griseofulvin was less effective for tinea corporis and not recommended for onychomycosis. Laser therapy was not recommended as a first-line treatment. Preventive measures included addressing risk factors and using topical antifungal therapy as prophylaxis. The authors emphasized the need for confirmed diagnosis before prescribing oral antifungal therapy due to the presence of tinea mimics.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Nail problems are common in people with alopecia areata, often leading to cosmetic and functional issues, but more research is needed for treatment guidelines.
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June 2017 in “Journal of infection/The Journal of infection” The document concludes that terbinafine is effective for treating scalp fungal infections in children and recommends not excluding them from school during treatment, while also highlighting the need for updated treatment guidelines due to changing infection patterns.
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October 2003 in “Australian Prescriber” The 2003 Australian Medicines Handbook was a clear, concise drug reference guide, updated with new topics and evidence, and considered essential for medical practice.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
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January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
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April 2021 in “Berkala ilmu kedokteran/Journal of the medical sciences” A fungus called Epidermophyton floccosum can cause scalp infections.
People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of skin disorders and need better screening and treatment.
May 2024 in “Journal of Fungi” Tinea capitis in adults, especially postmenopausal Black women, needs prompt treatment with oral antifungals to avoid scarring.
