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    GlossaryKerion

    severe, inflamed fungal infection of the scalp or beard

    A kerion is a severe, inflamed, and often painful fungal infection of the scalp or beard area, characterized by swollen, pus-filled lesions. It is typically caused by dermatophyte fungi and can lead to hair loss and scarring if not treated promptly.

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      research Tinea Capitis: No Incision Nor Excision

      24 citations , August 2007 in “Journal of pediatric surgery”
      Surgery is not the right treatment for a fungal scalp infection; proper medical treatment is needed.
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      research Kerion

      10 citations , May 2017 in “CMAJ. Canadian Medical Association journal”
      The boy had a fungal scalp infection called kerion, which was cured with oral antifungal medication.

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