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genus of fungi causing ringworm and hair loss

Microsporum is a genus of fungi that causes dermatophytosis, commonly known as ringworm, affecting the skin, hair, and nails. It is a type of dermatophyte that can lead to hair loss (alopecia) and is often transmitted through direct contact with infected individuals or animals.

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research A Case Report of Tinea Capitis in Children: Utility of Trichoscopy

1 citations , March 2022 in “Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin/Berkala ilmu kesehatan kulit dan kelamin (Periodical of dermatology and venerology)”

Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor the treatment of fungal scalp infections in children.

research Diagnosis Directs Treatment in Fungal Infections of the Skin

17 citations , October 2015 in “PubMed”

Proper diagnosis is essential for effective treatment of skin fungal infections.

research Tinea Capitis

November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”

Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp that mainly affects children and can cause symptoms from mild itching to severe inflammation.

research Management of Tinea Capitis in Childhood

38 citations , July 2010 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology”

To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.

research Tineas—Superficial Dermatophyte Infections

4 citations , November 1998 in “Pediatrics in review”

Scalp fungal infections need oral antifungals, while other skin fungal infections can be treated with creams; keep areas dry and don't stop treatment early.

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