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    Glossary Fungal Infections

    diseases caused by fungi affecting skin, nails, or internal organs

    Fungal infections, also known as mycoses, are diseases caused by fungi. These infections can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, nails, and lungs, and range from superficial conditions like athlete's foot to more severe systemic infections that can impact internal organs, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.

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      research Fungal kerion-total scalp involvement due to Microsporum canis infection

      18 citations , November 1989 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”
      This case report describes a 5-year-old girl with an extensive Microsporum canis scalp infection, highlighting griseofulvin as the preferred treatment and noting corticosteroids' benefit in severe inflammatory cases.

      research Cladosporium scalp infection.

      5 citations , February 2013 in “PubMed”
      In this case study, an 11-year-old girl with a Cladosporium scalp infection showed significant improvement in hair growth and appearance after treatment with itraconazole.

      research Clinical Differential Diagnosis of Scalp Infection

      September 2024
      This study highlights the complexity of diagnosing scalp fungal infections, emphasizing how clinical evaluation, trichoscopy, and cultural samples are essential in distinguishing tinea capitis from similar conditions like piedra, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis, due to overlapping symptoms like scaling and hair changes.

      research Diagnosis directs treatment in fungal infections of the skin.

      17 citations , October 2015 in “PubMed”
      This review discusses the diagnosis and characteristics of dermatophyte infections and offers no new research findings, emphasizing the importance of microscopy and culture for accurate identification before treatment.
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      community What else can make hair more sensitive to DHT?

       17 upvotes 1 month ago
      Genetics, inflammation, poor scalp circulation, stress, thyroid issues, low iron, vitamin D deficiency, steroids, age, fungal infections, stress, and creatine can increase hair sensitivity to DHT. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, and Kre Alkalyn Monohydrate.

      community Scalp inflammation let’s talk about it?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp inflammation can cause hair thinning and may be related to diet, infections, or conditions like psoriasis. Treatments suggested include using Nizoral shampoo and checking vitamin levels.

      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.
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