A Tricky Case of Hair Loss in a Child: Trichoscopy Saves the Day
January 2018
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Indian dermatology online journal
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Studysummary This case report found that dermoscopy, showing characteristic "comma" and "corkscrew" hairs, effectively identified tinea capitis in a 7-year-old girl, allowing for early treatment before confirmation with fungal culture.
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